Does the Higgs boson only exist when created in LHC?

In summary, the conversation discusses the Higgs boson and its presence in nature. While the Higgs field is widespread, the bosons themselves are rare and do not play a significant role in nature. They can be created in high-energy collisions, but there is only an estimated average of one in the observable universe at any given time.
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Greetings,

I have read seemingly contradictory things regarding the Higgs boson: that they permeate all of space and that it was created at extremely high energies in the LHC. I just heard a scientist say the Higgs field is full of HIggs bosons.

So does the Higgs boson occur naturally or not? If it does not, how does it play any part in nature?

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The Higgs field is everywhere. Higgs bosons are rare and irrelevant in nature. It can be produced in collisions in particle accelerators and collisions of high-energetic cosmic rays with other matter. As estimated in an older thread, there is (very roughly) an average of one Higgs boson in the observable universe at a time. Give or take a factor of 1000.
 
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FAQ: Does the Higgs boson only exist when created in LHC?

What is the Higgs boson?

The Higgs boson is a subatomic particle that is theorized to give other particles their mass. It was first proposed in the 1960s but was not discovered until 2012 at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Geneva, Switzerland.

Can the Higgs boson only exist when created in the LHC?

No, the Higgs boson can exist naturally in the universe. However, it is unstable and decays quickly, making it difficult to observe. The LHC is able to produce Higgs bosons at a higher rate, allowing for more accurate study and measurement.

How does the LHC create Higgs bosons?

The LHC accelerates protons to nearly the speed of light and then collides them. The energy from the collision can create new particles, including Higgs bosons, which are detected by the LHC's detectors.

Why is the discovery of the Higgs boson significant?

The discovery of the Higgs boson provides evidence for the Higgs field, which is thought to give particles their mass. This helps to explain one of the fundamental questions in physics - why particles have mass. It also confirms the validity of the Standard Model of particle physics.

Are there any potential practical applications for the Higgs boson?

While the discovery of the Higgs boson has not directly led to any practical applications, it has furthered our understanding of the universe and could potentially lead to new technologies in the future. It also serves as a testament to the power of scientific research and collaboration in advancing our knowledge of the world around us.

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