If you're reading this, thank the Higgs field! The second video in a series of three describes how matter is given mass via the Higgs field. Pupils discover the difference between particles with and without mass and how they interact with their surroundings.

Concepts

particles, subatomic particles, mass, the speed of light, quantum mechanics, movement, photons

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Follow up your introduction of the Higgs with the video to ensure the class understands its function and can differentiate between the particle and the field
• Consider a quick review of photons and the speed of light to ensure learners get the full picture

Classroom Considerations

• Assumes prior knowledge of the Higgs boson and properties of matter 

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Clever drawings illustrate the differences between particles with and without mass
• The narrator emphasizes the function of the Higgs field versus that of the boson, an important factor in understanding their discovery

Cons

• None