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SO(2N) grand unification in an SU(N) basis

Journal Article · · Phys. Rev., D; (United States)
We discuss the algebra and the representations of SO(2N) groups used in the construction of grand unified theories in a basis in which its connections with the SU(N) grand unification is most transparent. Specializing to the case of N=5, we discuss the problem of fermion masses for various Higgs representations. Applying our considerations to SO(12) grand unification, we comment on the nature of weak interactions of the extra generation of fermions present in the 32-dimensional spinor representation of this group.
Research Organization:
Department of Physics, City College of the City University of New York, New York, New York 10031
OSTI ID:
5534478
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev., D; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev., D; (United States) Vol. 21:4; ISSN PRVDA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English