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What are Hard QCD processes ?
Hard QCD processes are quantum chromodynamics (QCD) interactions that involve high-energy particles colliding with each other. They are considered "hard" because they involve large momentum transfers, typically on the order of the particles' mass or larger.
Hard QCD processes are defined as interactions between quarks and gluons, the fundamental particles that make up protons, neutrons, and other hadrons. These interactions are described by the theory of QCD, which is a fundamental part of the Standard Model of particle physics.
Hard QCD processes play a crucial role in understanding the structure and behavior of hadrons, as well as in the production of new particles. They are also important for studying the strong nuclear force, which is responsible for binding quarks together to form protons and neutrons.
Some examples of hard QCD processes include deep inelastic scattering, where a high-energy electron interacts with a proton and reveals its internal structure, and jet production, where high-energy quarks or gluons produce a spray of particles when they collide.
Scientists study hard QCD processes by conducting experiments at high-energy particle colliders, such as the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at CERN. They also use theoretical calculations and computer simulations to predict and analyze the outcomes of these processes.