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electron

[ih-lek-tron] / ɪˈlɛk trɒn /


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Quantum transport simulations confirmed that the ordered structure reduces electron trapping and scattering, offering a clear explanation for the observed performance boost.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

However, when viewed with an electron microscope, the QR code can be clearly and reliably read.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Using scanning electron microscopy and light-based microscopy, they found that stearates look nearly identical to polyethylene, a common plastic.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

That atom then stabilizes itself by pulling an electron from a nearby atom, while the released energy ionizes a third neighbor.

From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 2026

“Nothing. He’s just shown he can run the station perfectly. I’ve never seen an electron storm handled so well.”

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov