triton

/ˈtraɪtən/ /ˈtrɪtn̩/

Meanings

noun

The atomic nucleus of a tritium atom, consisting of a proton and two neutrons

Examples :

"Scientists studying nuclear reactions often track the triton, which is the nucleus of a tritium atom and heavier than a typical hydrogen nucleus. "

noun

Any of several marine gastropods of the family Ranellidae, which have a pointed spiral shell.

Examples :

"While walking on the beach, Emily found a beautiful triton with its pointed spiral shell partially buried in the sand. "

animal ocean biology nautical fish

Related Words

nuclear noun

/ˈn(j)ukliɚ/ /ˈnjuː.klɪə/ /ˈn(j)ukjəlɚ/

Nuclear power

"The new power plant will use nuclear energy to generate electricity. "

neutrons noun

/ˈnjuːtrɒnz/ /ˈnuːtrɒnz/

A subatomic particle forming part of the nucleus of an atom and having no charge; it is a combination of an up quark and two down quarks.

"The nucleus of a helium atom contains two protons and two neutrons. "

partially adverb

/ˈpɑːʃəli/ /ˈpɑɹʃəli/

To a partial degree or extent, incompletely.

"The student was partially prepared for the exam, but still felt nervous. "

hydrogen noun

/ˈhaɪdɹədʒ(ə)n/ /ˈhaɪdɹədʒən/

The lightest chemical element (symbol H), with an atomic number of 1 and atomic weight of 1.00794.

"Hydrogen is the simplest chemical element, with only one proton in its atom. "

studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

scientists noun

/ˈsaɪəntɪsts/

One whose activities make use of the scientific method to answer questions regarding the measurable universe. A scientist may be involved in original research, or make use of the results of the research of others.

"Scientists study plants to understand how they grow. "

consisting verb

/kənˈsɪstɪŋ/

To be.

"The project consists of three main parts. "

gastropods noun

/ˈɡæstroˌpɒdz/ /ˈɡæstroʊˌpɒdz/

Any member of a class of mollusks (Gastropoda) that includes snails and slugs; univalve mollusk.

"While walking along the beach, we collected several shells of gastropods like snails. "

nucleus noun

/ˈnjuː.kli.əs/ /ˈnuːkli.əs/

The core, central part of something, around which other elements are assembled.

"The nucleus of the family's discussions was always about who would do the dishes. "

reactions noun

/riˈækʃənz/ /riˈækʃnz/

An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event.

"The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction."

tritium noun

/ˈtrɪtiəm/ /ˈtrɪʃiəm/

An atom of this isotope.

"The luminous glow of the watch dial comes from the decay of tritium, an atom of this isotope. "

beautiful noun

/ˈbjuːtɪfəl/

Someone who is beautiful. Can be used as a term of address.

"Hey, beautiful!"