jyun4 zi2 hat6原子核

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Yaleyùhn jí haht
名詞

Definition

Atomic nucleus; the central part of an atom containing protons and neutrons.

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How it's used

Scientific terms like this are often borrowed directly from written Chinese and pronounced using Cantonese reading pronunciations. While used in academic contexts, it is rarely discussed in casual daily conversation unless one is specifically talking about physics or chemistry. It functions as a standard noun and follows the same grammatical rules as other physical objects.

Measure word

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Examples

There are protons and neutrons inside the nucleus.
Do you know what kind of electric charge the nucleus carries?

Grammar color guide

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