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Axiom vs. Axion

Axiom

A statement or proposition that is generally accepted as true without controversy or question.

Examples:

Honesty is often considered a vital axiom in leadership.The axiom of conservation of energy governs physical changes.Mathematics relies heavily on fundamental axioms.

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Axion

Axion is a theoretical particle postulated to solve certain issues in particle physics.

Examples:

The axion could help solve the strong CP problem in physics.Physicists are searching for axions using specialized detectors.Axions are hypothesized as a component of dark matter.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • An axiom is something foundational, a fundamental truth, whereas an axion is more scientific, related to physics.
  • Axioms underpin logical systems or mathematics, while axions relate to particle physics and cosmology.
  • Remember that axiom has an m which can stand for mathematics or logic, while axion with an n leads you to think of tiny particles, as it's related to neutrinos.
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