Define the term positronium.
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Define the term positronium.
Positron:
Positron refers to the antiparticle of electron which upon collision with an electron causes annihilation. Its mass is identical to that of an electron. Also, like proton it possesses a unit positive charge.
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View this answerPositronium refers to such an atom which is exotic and unstable. It consists of a system comprising electron along with its anti-particle called...
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Positron: Definition, Symbol & Production
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Chapter 17 / Lesson 1Learn the definition of positrons and their properties including the positron symbol, the positron charge and the mass of a positron. See a comparison of positrons vs. protons.
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