Feb 09, 2026  
2025-2026 Western Washington University Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Western Washington University Catalog
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PHYS 346 - Introduction to Particle and Nuclear Physics


This introductory course in particle and nuclear physics covers the structure of stable and unstable nuclei, nuclear decay, and reactions. It introduces relativistic energy and momentum, and explores fundamental forces and elementary particles, including the quark model and weak interactions.

Prerequisites & Notes: PHYS 230
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter



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