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Definition of Virial

1. n. A certain function relating to a system of forces and their points of application, -- first used by Clausius in the investigation of problems in molecular physics.

2. n. A certain function relating to a system of forces and their points of application, -- first used by Clausius in the investigation of problems in molecular physics.

Definition of Virial

1. Adjective. (misspelling of viral) ¹

2. Noun. (mechanics) Half of the product of the stress of attraction or repulsion with the distance between two particles. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Virial

1. A certain function relating to a system of forces and their points of application, first used by Clausius in the investigation of problems in molecular physics. Origin: L. Vis, viris, force. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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