Meaning of the word quark in English
What does quark mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
quark
US /kwɑːrk/
UK /kwɑːk/
Noun
any of a number of subatomic particles carrying a fractional electric charge, postulated as constituents of hadrons (such as baryons and mesons). Quarks have not been observed in isolation.
Example:
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Protons and neutrons are made up of quarks.
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Scientists are still studying the properties of different types of quarks.