Talking about Physics: English Vocabulary List

a small particle in an atom with negative charge

"An electron has a negative electrical charge."

"The behavior of an electron is governed by the probabilistic laws of quantum mechanics."

a small positively charged particle present in atoms

"A proton has a positive charge."

"A proton is a subatomic particle with a positive electric charge found in the nucleus."

a small particle with no charge present in atoms

"A neutron has no charge."

"Scientists discovered that a neutron is a tiny particle inside the center of every atom with no electrical charge at all."

the smallest possible amount of a particular quantity that cannot be divided any further

"Quantum physics is a complex subject."

"A quantum computer harnesses the bizarre principles of superposition and entanglement."

(physics) the universal force of attraction between any pair of objects with mass

"Gravity pulls things down."

"Gravity is the invisible force that keeps our feet on the ground and holds planets in orbit around the sun."

the ability to go back to the original form after being stretched

"The rubber band has incredible elasticity."

"The rubber band's elasticity allowed it to stretch and return to its original shape without breaking."

a theory that explains the relationship between motion, space, and time

"Einstein's theory of relativity."

"The theory of relativity revolutionized our understanding of gravity, space, and the fundamental nature of the universe."