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antimatter

Pronunciation: [ˈæntiˌmætər]

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Context: "science"

(noun) a type of matter that is the opposite of regular matter. Antimatter is made of tiny particles that have the opposite charge of the particles that make up normal matter. When antimatter meets regular matter, they can explode.

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Scientists are studying antimatter to understand more about the universe.

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Antimatter is not safe to hold in your hand because it reacts badly with regular matter.

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What happens when antimatter comes into contact with regular matter?

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