Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
positively-charged
adjective
/ˈpɒzɪtɪvli tʃɑrdʒd/
Definition
Having a net positive electric charge.
Examples
- The positively-charged ion attracted the electrons in the solution.
- In a circuit, positively-charged particles flow towards the negative terminal.
- Positively-charged molecules tend to interact differently compared to their neutral counterparts.
Meaning
Refers to a particle or an ion that has more protons than electrons, resulting in a positive electrical charge.
Synonyms
- Positive
- Electron-deficient
- Cationic