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electron

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪˈlɛktrɑn/ · UK /ɪˈlɛktrɒn/

Forms: electrons

electron means: A very small part of an atom with a negative electrical charge.

noun

NEGATIVE PARTICLEB2

A very small part of an atom with a negative electrical charge.

  • An electron has a negative charge.
  • Electrons move through the metal wire.
  • The atom gained an extra electron.

Similar words: e, negatron

Common phrases: electron flow, electron charge, free electron

Questions about electron

What does electron mean?

A very small part of an atom with a negative electrical charge.

What is electron in other languages?

Türkçe: elektron · Español: electrón · Français: électron · Deutsch: Elektron · Italiano: elettrone · 日本語: 電子

How do you pronounce electron?

In American English /ɪˈlɛktrɑn/; in British English /ɪˈlɛktrɒn/.

How do you use electron in a sentence?

An electron has a negative charge. Electrons move through the metal wire.

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