A $\pi^0$ consists of an up and anti-up quark. However, I also learned that when a particle and its anti-particle meet, energy is produced.
So, my question is that how can $\pi^0$ exist? Won't it turn to energy instantly if it is formed?
A $\pi^0$ consists of an up and anti-up quark. However, I also learned that when a particle and its anti-particle meet, energy is produced.
So, my question is that how can $\pi^0$ exist? Won't it turn to energy instantly if it is formed?