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    Electrón (en. Electron)

    /elekˈtɾon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Basic unit of electricity.
    An electron is fundamental to understanding electricity.
    Un electrón es fundamental para entender la electricidad.
    Particle that is a part of atoms.
    Electrons orbit around the atomic nucleus.
    Los electrones orbitan alrededor del núcleo atómico.
    Its charge is negative.
    Electrons are responsible for electric currents.
    Los electrones son responsables de las corrientes eléctricas.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'ēlektron', meaning 'amber', related to electricity.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    transport of electrons
    The process by which electrons move through a conductor.
    transporte de electrones
    cloud of electrons
    Region in an atom where electrons are likely to be found.
    nube de electrones
    atomic number
    Number of electrons in a neutral atom.
    número atómico

    Related Words

    protons
    Subatomic particles with a positive charge.
    protones
    neutrons
    Subatomic particles with no charge.
    neutrones
    atom
    The basic unit of a chemical element.
    átomo

    Slang Meanings

    Very smart or clever kid.
    That guy is an electron, he always has great ideas.
    Ese tipo es un electrón, siempre tiene buenas ideas.
    Someone who is energetic and active.
    She is an electron at the party, always cheering everyone up.
    Ella es un electrón en la fiesta, siempre animando a todos.