Positron
A positron is the antiparticle of an electron.
That means it has:
When a positron meets an electron, they annihilate each other, producing two photons.
flashcards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a positron? | The antiparticle of an electron. |
| How does a positron compare to an electron in mass and charge? | It has the same mass as an electron but the opposite (positive) charge. |
| What happens when a positron meets an electron? | They annihilate each other, producing two photons. |