Physics:Quantum electron
The quantum electron is an elementary charged lepton and one of the basic constituents of atoms.
Abstract
A quantum electron is the lightest charged lepton and one of the basic constituents of atoms. It carries negative electric charge, has spin one-half, and participates in electromagnetic and weak interactions. Quantum descriptions of electrons explain atomic orbitals, chemical bonding, electrical conduction, scattering, and many precision tests of quantum theory.
Overview
Electrons occupy quantum states around atomic nuclei, carry electric charge, and participate in electromagnetic and weak interactions.
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1. Materials (6) Back to index
2. Matter (5) Back to index
3. Plasma and fusion physics (6) Back to index
4. Molecules (6) Back to index
5. Nuclear matter (6) Back to index
6. Atoms (7) Back to index
7. Particles (12) Back to index
8. Composite particles (12) Back to index
9. Fields (12) Back to index
10. Vacuum and spacetime (12) Back to index
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Author: Harold Foppele
Source attribution: Electron