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which machine learning model to use to detect bottom quark, and on what basis the segregation should be done
Which machine learning model is best for detecting bottom quarks?
In summary, the individual is seeking guidance on which machine learning model to use for identifying bottom quarks in LHC data generated through pythia. They are also unsure of the characteristics of the bottom quark and how to separate it from other particles, and are advised to consult previous publications and seek guidance from their supervisor or other contacts in the experiment they are working on.
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It looks like you've only posted a fragment of the question you want to ask. Can you provide more information on what you are asking?
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I am working on a project:-
Machine learning for identifying B measons
I have LHC data for processing (data generated through pythia)
I am not able to understand which machine learning model to use
and since I am new to this, I don't know the characteristic of the bottom quark, through which I can separate the bottom quark from other particles
Machine learning for identifying B measons
I have LHC data for processing (data generated through pythia)
I am not able to understand which machine learning model to use
and since I am new to this, I don't know the characteristic of the bottom quark, through which I can separate the bottom quark from other particles
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mfb
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There are tons of options. Which one is best will depend on too many details to tell in general.
The bottom quark is heavier but shorter-living than charm, which is typically the largest background, so variables will often focus on decay energies in one way or another.
Check previous publications and ask your supervisor or other contact in the experiment you work for.
Which input parameters to use is different from the question which machine learning algorithm to use. It depends on the experiment and the specific study you want to do.Dhananjay said:
The bottom quark is heavier but shorter-living than charm, which is typically the largest background, so variables will often focus on decay energies in one way or another.
Check previous publications and ask your supervisor or other contact in the experiment you work for.
FAQ: Which machine learning model is best for detecting bottom quarks?
What is the bottom quark?
The bottom quark, also known as the beauty quark, is a fundamental subatomic particle that is a building block of matter. It is classified as a fermion and is one of the six types of quarks found in the Standard Model of particle physics.
How was the bottom quark discovered?
The bottom quark was discovered in 1977 by a team of scientists at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Illinois. They observed a new particle, known as the upsilon meson, which was made up of a bottom quark and its antiparticle, the anti-bottom quark.
What is the significance of detecting the bottom quark?
Detecting the bottom quark was a major breakthrough in particle physics as it confirmed the existence of the sixth and final quark predicted by the Standard Model. It also helped to further our understanding of the fundamental forces and particles that make up the universe.
How is the bottom quark detected in experiments?
The bottom quark is detected in experiments by colliding high-energy particles, such as protons, in particle accelerators. When these particles collide, they can create new particles, including the bottom quark, which can be detected using specialized detectors.
What are the potential applications of studying the bottom quark?
Studying the bottom quark can help us to better understand the strong nuclear force and the role of quarks in the structure of matter. It also has potential applications in fields such as medicine, where the knowledge gained from studying quarks can be used in the development of new technologies and treatments.