DESIGNED WITH
ALL THE DETAILS
This poster is designed to be the "Periodic Table of Fundamental Particles." The goal is to show all of the particles and help indicate how they relate to each other. Just like how the Periodic Table of Elements does not teach all aspects of chemistry, this does not teach all aspects of the Standard Model of quantum mechanics but gives a broad map of key relationships and principles to build from.
focused on the Standard Model and verified particles.
The poster includes a breakdown of the fundamental forces— electromagnetism, the weak nuclear force, and the strong nuclear force—and their interactions within the Standard Model. Each force is contextualized with its governing principles and the particles responsible for mediating them. By visually linking these forces to the particles they influence, the design provides a clear and concise reference for understanding the interplay that governs the structure and behavior of the universe.
This section highlights the mediators of the fundamental forces—bosons—including the photon, W and Z bosons, gluons, and the Higgs boson. Each boson is represented with its properties, interactions, and role within the Standard Model.
emphasis on relationships
The fermions section presents a comprehensive overview of the fundamental building blocks of matter, categorized into quarks and leptons. Each fermion is detailed with its defining properties, such as mass, electric charge, and spin, alongside its role in forming the matter we observe. The poster illustrates the six flavors of quarks—up, down, charm, strange, top, and bottom—and the six leptons, including the electron, muon, tau, and their associated neutrinos. With clear organization and precise details, this section provides an indispensable reference for understanding the structure and interactions of matter at the most fundamental level.
BUILDING BLOCKS
The journey from fundamental particles to the tangible world begins with hadrons, composite particles formed by quarks bound together by the strong nuclear force. Protons and neutrons, the most familiar hadrons, combine to form the nuclei of atoms, the foundational units of matter. Surrounding these nuclei, electrons—fundamental leptons—create the structure of atoms, which in turn build molecules, materials, and ultimately, the observable universe. This section bridges the gap between the microcosmic and the macroscopic, illustrating how the intricate interplay of particles gives rise to the larger entities that define our existence. By connecting the quantum scale to the everyday, this poster provides a clear perspective on how the fundamental principles of physics underpin the world around us.
Designed by
My background is in design, and I’ve always admired those who grasp the intricate math behind quantum mechanics. In another universe, I’d like to think I pursued physics and made meaningful contributions to its advancement. In this universe, I wanted to contribute in the best way I could—by visualizing the relationships between fundamental particles.
I’m not a particle physicist, so if you spot any errors or have suggestions for improvement, I’d greatly appreciate your input.
