ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Pauli exclusion principle

The Pauli Exclusion Principle is an important part of science that helps us better understand the behavior of different particles. It says that no two particles can exist in the same place at the same time (if they are the same kind of particle). This means that each particle needs its own space. It's like if you and your siblings wanted to share the same bed for the night - there just isn't enough room for all of you! The Pauli Exclusion Principle is why atoms look the way they do and why some elements have different colors. It's also why some elements have different chemical properties.