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Quanten
/ˈkvantn̩/
💡 quanta
“In der Quantenphysik spielen Quanten eine zentrale Rolle.”
“In quantum physics, quanta play a central role.”
technical
The smallest discrete units of energy or matter in quantum mechanics, such as photons or electrons.
Quanten können sich wie Teilchen oder Wellen verhalten.
Quanta can behave like particles or waves.
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The term is plural of 'Quantum,' which refers to a single discrete unit.
💻Technology
technical
In computing, a unit of information or a discrete data packet in quantum computing.
Quantencomputer nutzen Quantenbits, um komplexe Berechnungen durchzuführen.
Quantum computers use qubits to perform complex calculations.
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In this context, 'Quanten' refers to quantum bits (qubits) or quantum information units.
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Plural Form
'Quanten' is the plural of 'Quantum,' which refers to a single discrete unit of energy or matter.
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Technical Usage
In physics, 'Quanten' refers to quanta, while in computing, it can refer to qubits or quantum information units.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'quantus' (how much), referring to discrete units of energy or matter in quantum mechanics.
📝Usage Notes
The plural form 'Quanten' is commonly used in scientific and technical contexts, especially in physics and quantum computing.
Word Breakdown
Quant
a discrete unit
root-en
plural suffix
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