What is Quantum Spin ? #Physik_World

What is spin in quantum physics ?


Spin is an intrinsic form of angular momentum carried by particles. There are two types of spin. They are "Spin Up" and "Spin Down".

Spin up ↑ means +1/2 whereas spin down ↓ means -1/2. While spinning they exhibits magnetic properties too.
So, what about the spin of Proton and Neutron?


This concept of spin up or down leads to the phenomenon called Quantum Entanglement.

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