Does the "God particle" need to be renamed?
As scientists come close to finding the so-called "God particle" (proper name: Higgs boson), some physicists are complaining about its popular moniker. So we set out on Twitter today to find out what people would #renameGod. Here are some of your ideas:
Gosh. #renameGod
— Natalie Wolchover (@nattyover) December 15, 2011
The Twinkie particle, they make everyone massive.#renameGod — Lakeview Greg (@LakeviewGreg) December 15, 2011
@YahooNews #RenameGod How about Buddah?
— Suemay (@SuzeW718) December 15, 2011
The "where the hell is it" particle #renameGod — Christopher Judd (@trouble_rising) December 15, 2011
@YahooNews Flying Spaghetti Monster Particle! #renameGod
— Steven Fino (@SFino24601) December 15, 2011
@YahooNews #renameGod Considering how elusive it is, I suggest Yeti particle. — Elizabeth S. (@Zenkitty714) December 15, 2011
Tebow particle #renameGod
— Nick Luke (@NickLuke3) December 15, 2011
What's your favorite? Have an idea of your own? Tweet us @YahooNews.