Tiny particles defy action-reaction symmetry to stay in motion

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From schools of fish and flocks of birds to microscopic synthetic particles, many systems in nature and the laboratory consist of individual units or agents that move by consuming energy. These systems are known as active matter because their components continuously use energy to

From schools of fish and flocks of birds to microscopic synthetic particles, many systems in nature and the laboratory consist of individual units or agents that move by consuming energy. These systems are known as active matter because their components continuously use energy to This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking student. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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