antiproton

[US]/ˈæn.tɪˌprəʊ.tɒn/
[UK]/ˌænt̬iˈproʊ.tɑːn/
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Translation

n.The antiparticle of a proton, having the same mass but opposite charge.; A negatively charged particle identical to a proton in mass but with opposite electrical charge.
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Phrases & Collocations

antiproton annihilation

antiproton collider

study of antiprotons

produce antiprotons

antiproton physics

detect antiprotons

antiproton beam

antiproton properties

antiproton decay

capture antiprotons

Example Sentences

scientists are studying antiprotons in particle accelerators.

the collision of protons and antiprotons creates energy.

antiprotons are the antimatter counterparts of protons.

understanding antiprotons is crucial for advancing our knowledge of the universe.

the discovery of antiprotons was a major breakthrough in physics.

antiprotons are highly unstable and decay rapidly.

researchers use sophisticated detectors to capture antiprotons.

the properties of antiprotons are nearly identical to those of protons, except for their charge.

antiprotons have potential applications in medicine and energy production.

the study of antiprotons helps us understand the fundamental laws of nature.

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