Positron

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008072",
  "term": "Positron",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The antiparticle of the electron, possessing the same mass but an opposite positive electrical charge. In atmospheric science, positrons are produced during high-energy cosmic ray interactions with the atmosphere, leading to the formation of secondary particles. Their annihilation with electrons produces gamma rays, which can be detected and studied.",
  "synonyms": [
    "antielectron"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/positron/"
}