Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
electron
noun
/ɪˈlɛktrɒn/
Definition
A fundamental subatomic particle that carries a negative electric charge.
Examples
- The flow of electrons in a conductor creates electricity.
- Electrons can be found in the outer regions of an atom, moving around the nucleus.
- In the experiment, scientists observed how electrons interact with light.
Meaning
Electrons are tiny particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom and are essential for electricity, chemical bonds, and many physical processes.
Synonyms
- subatomic particle
- charged particle
- negatively charged particle
