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Definition of Quantum theory
1. Noun. (physics) a physical theory that certain properties occur only in discrete amounts (quanta).
Generic synonyms: Scientific Theory
Category relationships: Natural Philosophy, Physics
Examples of category: Indeterminacy Principle, Uncertainty Principle
Category relationships: Natural Philosophy, Physics
Examples of category: Indeterminacy Principle, Uncertainty Principle
Definition of Quantum theory
1. Noun. (context: physics) A theory developed in early 20th century, according to which nuclear and radiation phenomena can be explained by assuming that energy only occurs in discrete amounts called quanta. In current usage '''quantum theory''' may refer to any or all of the following, depending on the context: ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Quantum theory
1. The theory that the radiation and absorption of energy take place in definite quantities called quanta (e) which vary in size and are defined by the equation e=hv in which h is planck's constant and v is the frequency of the radiation. (12 Dec 1998)
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