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• quantum mechanics — n pl but sing or pl in constr a theory of matter that is based on the concept of the possession of wave properties by elementary particles, that affords a mathematical interpretation of the structure and interactions of matter on the basis of… …   Medical dictionary

• quantum theory — n a theory in physics based on the concept of the subdivision of radiant energy into finite quanta and applied to numerous processes involving transference or transformation of energy in an atomic or molecular scale * * * the theory that the… …   Medical dictionary

• quantum — 1. A unit of radiant energy (ε) varying according to the frequency (ν) of the radiation. 2. A certain definite amount. [L. how much] q. mottle q. mottle. See entries under under mottle. q. rectum Q.R. [L. however much is correct] q. satis q.s. [L …   Medical dictionary

• quantum mottle — mottle caused by quantum noise …   Medical dictionary

• Quantum mysticism — Claims Quantum mechanics can be interpreted according to paranormal, spiritual, or mystical ideas Related scientific disciplines Physics, Psychology Year proposed ca. 1920 Original proponents Niels Bohr, Arthur Eddington …   Wikipedia

• Quantum satis — (abbreviation qs or QS) is a Latin term meaning The amount which is needed. It has its origins as a quantity specification in medicine and pharmacology, but is also used in the same function in food regulations and food safety laws in the… …   Wikipedia

• quantum limit — minimum wavelength …   Medical dictionary

• quantum noise — in radiology, randomness of image or projection measurements owing to defective counting of the number of photons emitted …   Medical dictionary

• quantum of light — a quantity of light (radiant energy) equivalent to the frequency of the light times 6.626 Ч 10−34 joule second …   Medical dictionary

• quantum libet — quan·tum li·bet (kwahnґtəm liґbət) [L.] as much as desired …   Medical dictionary