Electron

Synonyms of electron

• negatively charged particle
• subatomic particle
• charge carrier

Antonyms of electron

• neutron
• proton
• positively charged particle

Collocations of electron

electron microscope

Frequency: 80 %

The scientist used an electron microscope to study the specimen.

electron configuration

Frequency: 70 %

The electron configuration of the atom determines its chemical properties.

electron cloud

Frequency: 60 %

The electron cloud represents the probable location of electrons in an atom.

electron volt

Frequency: 50 %

The energy of particles can be measured in electron volts.

electron beam

Frequency: 45 %

The electron beam is used in various applications such as welding and cutting.

Idiomatic Expressions for electron

• Phrase: electron microscope
  Meaning: a powerful microscope that uses a beam of electrons to magnify objects for detailed examination
  Usage: Scientists used an electron microscope to study the structure of the virus at the molecular level.