Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
charged-particle
Noun
/ˈtʃɑrdʒd ˈpɑrtɪkl/
Definition
A charged particle is a particle with an electric charge, which can be either positive or negative.
Examples
- A proton is a positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.
- An electron is a negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus.
- Charged particles can be influenced by electromagnetic fields.
Meaning
Charged particles are fundamental to the field of electromagnetism and play a crucial role in various physical processes, including electricity and chemical reactions.
Synonyms
- ion
- electrically charged particle
- particle with charge
