Definition of neutron

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neutron

The term 'neutron' as it applies to the area of nuclear science can be defined as ' An uncharged elementary particle, with a mass slightly greater than that of the proton, found in the nucleus of every atom heavier than hydrogen. '.

The term 'neutron' as it applies to the area of basic science can be defined as 'uncharged elementary particle that has a mass a little greater than that of the proton and is present in most atomic nuclei'.


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