weak nuclear force
noun1
One of the four fundamental forces that is associated with nuclear decay.
Nuclear physics
- According to current understanding, there are four fundamental forces in nature, three of which – the electromagnetic force and the strong and weak nuclear forces – are explained by the standard model of particle physics.2023 August 11, Nicola Davis, “Scientists may be on brink of discovering fifth force of nature”, in Katharine Viner, editor, The Guardian, London: Guardian News & Media, →ISSN, →OCLC: