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protone

proton

noun proh-TOH-neh Rare
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Origin: From Greek proton (first thing), coined in physics in the early 20th century.

Usage Note

Protone is a masculine noun: il protone, i protoni. It is a fundamental term in physics and chemistry referring to the positively charged subatomic particle in the nucleus. The related adjective is protonico. Do not confuse with neutrone ('neutron') or elettrone ('electron').

Examples

"Il protone ha carica positiva."

Natural Translation

The proton has a positive charge.

Literal Translation

The proton has charge positive.

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