Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preon
Noun
/ˈpriːɒn/
Definition
A preon is a hypothetical particle that is theorized to be a building block of quarks and leptons, which are in turn the fundamental components of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
Examples
- Some physicists propose that preons might explain certain anomalies in the current understanding of particle physics.
- The concept of preons challenges the standard model of particle physics by introducing an additional layer of complexity.
Meaning
Preons are considered to exist at a sub-subatomic level, suggesting that matter is composed of even smaller units than traditionally thought in particle physics.
Synonyms
- N/A
