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electron

The correct spelling is electron.

How to pronounce electron

/ɪˈlɛktɹɒn/
noun

IPA: /ɪˈlɛktɹɒn/

Say it like: Ele-ctr-on

The correct spelling is electron. The subatomic particle having a negative charge and orbiting the nucleus; the flow of electrons in a conductor constitutes electricity.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The subatomic particle having a negative charge and orbiting the nucleus; the flow of electrons in a conductor constitutes electricity.
  2. 2.Alloys of magnesium and other metals, like aluminum or zinc, that were manufactured by the German company Chemische Fabrik Griesheim-Elektron.

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