noun
- a class of elementary particles in physics that includes electrons, muons, and neutrinos
Usage: physics; plural of lepton
Examples
- Leptons are fundamental particles that do not experience the strong nuclear force.
- Electrons and neutrinos are the most well-known leptons.
- The Standard Model of particle physics describes six types of leptons.
- Scientists study leptons to understand the basic structure of matter.
- Unlike quarks, leptons appear to be truly elementary particles.
- Leptons play a crucial role in radioactive decay processes.