diproton en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English di- Proto-Indo-European *per-der.? Proto-Indo-European *per-der.? Proto-Indo-European *pér Proto-Indo-European *-o Proto-Indo-European *próder. Ancient Greek πρό (pró) Ancient Greek -ᾰτος (-ătos) Ancient Greek πρῶτον (prôton)lbor. English proton English diproton From di- + proton.
Meanings
- A hypothetical particle consisting of two protons and no neutrons; a helium-2 nucleus. Presumably an intermediate step in the fusion of hydrogen into helium.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| diprotons | Number=Plur | lexicographic |