Cool MateMeaning of Proton
A positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.
In simple words: A small particle in the center of an atom with a positive charge.
Proton in a sentence
- Each atom contains protons in its nucleus.
- Protons determine the atomic number of an element.
- In hydrogen, there is one proton and one electron.
- Protons have a positive charge, while electrons are negative.
- A proton's mass is approximately 1,836 times that of an electron.
How to use Proton
Commonly used in chemistry and physics. Appropriate in scientific contexts but may be unfamiliar to those without a science background.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Protons are positive! Think of 'pro' as in someone who's good at something.
Related words
Collocations with Proton
- nuclear physics
- atomic structure
- proton beam
Synonyms for Proton
- nucleus particle
- atomic particle
- positron
Common mistakes with Proton
- Confused with 'neutron' which has no charge.
- Incorrectly pronounced, especially not stressing the first syllable.
- Used in non-scientific contexts incorrectly.
Proton appears in
Proton in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بروتون
جسيم صغير في مركز الذرة يحمل شحنة موجبة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
প্রোটন
একটি পরমাণুর কেন্দ্রে থাকা একটি ছোট কণা যার ধনাত্মক চার্জ আছে।
- GermanDeutsch
Proton
Ein kleines Teilchen im Zentrum eines Atoms mit einer positiven Ladung.
- SpanishEspañol
Protón
Una partícula pequeñita en el centro de un átomo con carga positiva.
- Persianفارسی
پروتون
ذرهای کوچک در مرکز اتم با بار مثبت.
- FrenchFrançais
Proton
Une petite particule au centre d'un atome qui a une charge positive.
- Hindiहिन्दी
प्रोटॉन
परमाणु के केंद्र में एक छोटा कण जिस पर धनात्मक आवेश होता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Protone
Una piccola particella al centro di un atomo con una carica positiva.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Próton
Uma pequena partícula no centro de um átomo com carga positiva.
- RussianРусский
Протон
Маленькая частица в центре атома с положительным зарядом.
- Urduاردو
پروٹون
ایٹم کے مرکز میں ایک چھوٹا سا ذرہ جس پر مثبت چارج ہوتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
质子
原子中心一个带正电的小粒子。
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a thing consisting of two or more separate things combined together
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a necessary or typical part of something; one of several parts that something contains
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Frequently asked questions about Proton
What does Proton mean?
A small particle in the center of an atom with a positive charge.
What is the definition of Proton?
A positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.
How do you use Proton in a sentence?
Each atom contains protons in its nucleus.
Can you give another example of Proton?
Protons determine the atomic number of an element.
What are synonyms for Proton?
Common alternatives include nucleus particle, atomic particle, positron.
What words go with Proton?
It commonly pairs with nuclear physics, atomic structure, proton beam.
What are common mistakes when using Proton?
Confused with 'neutron' which has no charge. Incorrectly pronounced, especially not stressing the first syllable. Used in non-scientific contexts incorrectly.
How do you pronounce Proton?
US: //ˈproʊtɑn//, UK: //ˈprəʊtɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Proton?
Commonly used in chemistry and physics. Appropriate in scientific contexts but may be unfamiliar to those without a science background.