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an alternative term for submicroscopic entities (ions, molecules, electrons, etc.) where their wave properties are important, as well as their 'particle' properties, given that learners often think the word 'particles' refers to the scale of a powder grain or dust speck. The term quanticle was suggested for use in teaching. Some scientists have suggested the term 'quanton'.
[Please be aware that a word may have different nuances, or even a different meaning, according to context.]« Back to Index
