noun
- a proton or neutron, especially as part of an atomic nucleus
Usage: physics
Examples
- The atomic nucleus contains nucleons bound together by the strong nuclear force.
- Scientists study nucleon interactions to understand nuclear physics.
- Each nucleon has approximately the same mass.
- The number of nucleons determines an atom’s mass number.
- Protons and neutrons are the two types of nucleons found in atomic nuclei.
- Nuclear reactions involve changes in nucleon arrangements.