Proton

Synonyms of proton

• positively charged particle
• nucleon
• atomic nucleus

Antonyms of proton

• neutron
• electron
• negatively charged particle

Collocations of proton

proton beam

Frequency: 70 %

The proton beam therapy was used to treat the tumor.

proton charge

Frequency: 60 %

The proton's positive charge attracts electrons.

proton energy

Frequency: 50 %

The proton's energy level determines its speed in the particle accelerator.

proton collision

Frequency: 45 %

The proton collision resulted in the creation of new particles.

proton decay

Frequency: 35 %

The proton decay process is still being studied by physicists.

Idiomatic Expressions for proton

• Phrase: proton in the atom
  Meaning: something essential or fundamental
  Usage: Good communication is like the proton in the atom of a healthy relationship.