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photoelectron
 

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Noun photoelectron has 1 sense
  1. photoelectron - an electron that is emitted from an atom or molecule by an incident photon
    --1 is a kind of     electron, negatron

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Term: Photoelectron

Noun: A photoelectron refers to an electron that is emitted from a substance when it absorbs photons, typically in the form of light or other electromagnetic radiation.

Example Sentence: When a metal surface is exposed to ultraviolet light, the energy of the photons causes the ejection of photoelectrons.

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Adjective: Photoelectron can also be used as an adjective to describe anything relating to or involving photoelectrons.

Example Sentence: The photoelectron spectroscopy experiment provided valuable insights into the energy levels of atoms and molecules.

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