POSITRON
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Positron.
Positron - as a noun
An elementary particle with positive charge; interaction of a positron and an electron results in annihilation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antielectron14Example Sentences
"In particle physics, positrons are often referred to as the antiparticles of electrons."
"Positrons are commonly used in medical imaging, particularly in positron emission tomography (PET) scans."
"The collision of a positron with an electron can result in the annihilation of both particles."
"Scientists have measured the lifetime of a free positron to be about 1.1 microseconds."
"Certain types of radioactive decay involve the emission of positrons."
Word Game Points
Is POSITRON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, positron is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POSITRON has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is POSITRON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, positron is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOSITRON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is POSITRON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, positron is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOSITRON has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
