2006-12-11 13:11:14 · 3 answers · asked by satvik 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
The Electron is a fundamental subatomic particle that carries an electric charge. It is a spin-½ lepton that participates in electromagnetic interactions, and its mass is less than one thousandth of that of the smallest atom. Its electric charge is defined by convention to be negative, with a value of −1 in atomic units. Together with atomic nuclei, electrons make up atoms; their interaction with adjacent nuclei is the main cause of chemical bonding.
They are physical in nature.
2006-12-12 05:37:38 · answer #1 · answered by chanljkk 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since their mass has been calculated, they are a physical component of an atom, like the protons and neutrons. They are immensely smaller (have much less mass) than the other two subatomic particles we know of, but yes, they are physical in nature.
2006-12-11 21:13:21 · answer #2 · answered by spaabroadway 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well... we'd have to know what you mean by physical first...
2006-12-11 21:12:36 · answer #3 · answered by Vincent L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋