electron

B1
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɛktɹɒn/
/ɪˈlɛktɹɑn/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

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

2 Definition

Alloys of magnesium and other metals, like aluminum or zinc, that were manufactured by the German company Chemische Fabrik Griesheim-Elektron.