Cgamma

Cgamma is a term that can refer to several different concepts, primarily in the fields of physics and genetics.

In particle physics, Cgamma refers to the gamma meson (γ), which is a neutral meson. Mesons are composite subatomic particles made up of a quark and an antiquark. The gamma meson is a member of the pseudoscalar meson family and is denoted by the Greek letter γ. Its properties and interactions are studied within the framework of the Standard Model of particle physics.

In genetics, Cgamma can also refer to a region of DNA, specifically within the immunoglobulin heavy chain locus. This locus contains several constant region genes, including Cgamma, which encode for the gamma heavy chains of antibodies. The Cgamma region plays a role in antibody class switching and function. Different Cgamma genes (e.g., Cgamma1, Cgamma2, Cgamma3, Cgamma4 in humans) determine the subclass of IgG antibodies.

The specific meaning of "Cgamma" is context-dependent, and it is important to consider the field in which the term is used to understand its precise reference.