Noun: negatron 'ne-gu,trón
- An elementary particle that orbits the nucleus in atoms and is responsible for the flow of electricity; negative charge of 1.60217649x10^-19 coulombs and mass 9.109382x10^-31 kg
"The flow of negatrons through the wire created an electric current";
- electron
Derived forms: negatrons
Type of: lepton[2]
Encyclopedia: Negatron