Pronunciation: [dˈɒltən] (IPA) 
The word "Dalton" is spelled with four letters: d-a-l-t-o-n. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is represented as /dɔːltən/. The first sound, /d/, is a voiced alveolar stop. The second and third sounds, /ɔː/ and /l/, are an open-mid back rounded vowel and an alveolar lateral approximant, respectively. The fourth sound, /t/, is an unvoiced alveolar stop. The fifth sound, /ə/, is a schwa, and the final sound, /n/, is a voiced alveolar nasal.
Dalton (noun):
A unit used to measure atomic mass or molecular mass, symbolized as "Da." The dalton is named after John Dalton, an English chemist and physicist who developed the atomic theory.
In chemistry and physics, the dalton is a unit of mass on a discrete scale, representing the mass of individual atoms, ions, or molecules. It is defined as exactly 1/12th the mass of an unbound carbon-12 atom, which is approximately 1.66 x 10^-24 grams. The dalton is commonly used to express atomic and molecular masses, as well as the mass of subatomic particles such as protons, neutrons, and electrons.
The dalton allows for precise measurement of masses on an atomic or molecular level, facilitating calculations and comparisons in fields such as chemistry, physics, and biochemistry. It is frequently used to express masses of elements, compounds, or isotopes in scientific research, as well as for determining molecular weights and performing molecular calculations.
The dalton is a vital tool in understanding the fundamental properties and interactions of matter, and it serves as a basis for further units like the atomic mass unit (AMU). Its usage provides a standardized method for expressing the mass of particles, aiding in the advancement of numerous scientific disciplines.
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The word "dalton" originated from the last name of the English chemist and physicist, John Dalton. John Dalton is widely recognized for his work on the development of modern atomic theory. The term "dalton" was adopted to honor his contributions to the field of chemistry.
