Positron

Definition

A positron is the antiparticle or antimatter counterpart to an electron. It has the same mass as an electron but carries a positive charge.

Analogy

Think of an electron as a regular superhero and a positron as their alter ego. Just like how superheroes have their evil counterparts, electrons have positrons - they look similar but have opposite charges.

Related terms

Antimatter: Antimatter refers to particles that are similar to ordinary matter particles but carry opposite charges (e.g., positrons instead of electrons).

Particle Accelerator: A particle accelerator is a scientific device used to accelerate charged particles, including positrons, to high speeds for various research purposes.

Annihilation: Annihilation is the process in which a particle and its antiparticle collide and convert their mass into energy, resulting in their mutual destruction.