proton
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A particle inside the nucleus of an atom that carries a positive electrical charge.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The number of _____ in an atom determines which element it is."
Answer: proton
In your own words, what does "proton" mean?
A particle inside the nucleus of an atom that carries a positive electrical charge.
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