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Term: Electron Volt

Description:

An electron volt (eV) is a unit of energy used in physics. It is defined as the amount of energy gained or lost by a single electron when it moves across an electric potential difference of one volt.

Usage:

Sense 1: Physics

1. Noun: In physics, an electron volt is a unit of energy measurement.
2. Example Sentence: The energy of an electron in an atom can be measured in electron volts.

Sense 2: Popular

1. Noun: Electron volts are often used to describe the energy levels of subatomic particles.
2. Example Sentence: The particle's energy was calculated to be 3.5 million electron volts.

Sense 3: Local

1. Noun: In local jargon, electron volt can refer to a measure of the electrical potential difference experienced by electrons in a specific region.
2. Example Sentence: The circuit was designed to provide a high electron volt to ensure efficient electron flow.

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