string theory

String Theory is a theory in physics that proposes that all matter is composed of tiny strings of energy. The strings vibrate in different ways to create different particles. For example, the string that creates an electron vibrates one way, while the string that creates a quark vibrates another way. These strings are so small that they are not visible to the naked eye and can only be studied using advanced mathematical equations. An analogy of String Theory is to think of the strings as guitar strings. Just like a guitar string can produce different tones when plucked, the strings in String Theory vibrate in different ways to create different particles. Fun Fact: String Theory predicts that there could be as many as 10 dimensions, rather than the 3 that we experience in our everyday lives.