photon
Translation
photon
Examples
A photon is a particle of light.
A photon is a particle of light.
The sensor detects a single photon.
The sensor detects a single photon.
Grammar Patterns
((countable)) a particle representing a quantum of light A photon carries a quantum of energy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: quantum, light particle
Etymology
From Greek 'phos' (light) + '-on', a suffix for elementary particles (like electron). A particle of light.
Memory Tips
Connect 'photo-' (light) with particle names like 'electron' and 'proton' to remember 'photon' is a light particle.