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Plural
electrons
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a small particle in an atom with negative charge
- Electrons flow through wires to create electric current.
- In photosynthesis, plants use sunlight to excite electrons in chlorophyll.
- The number of electrons determines an element's chemical properties.
- A lightning strike is a massive movement of electrons through the air.
- MRI machines track the spin of electrons to create detailed body images.
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