de mecánica cuántica
/de meˈkanika kwanˈtika/Relating to or governed by the principles of quantum mechanics.
Los efectos de mecánica cuántica son fundamentales en la computación cuántica.
Quantum mechanical effects are fundamental in quantum computing.
Used to describe phenomena, systems, or models that follow the laws of quantum mechanics, such as superposition, entanglement, or wave-particle duality.
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💡Pro Tip
Avoid literal translation
Do not translate 'de mecánica cuántica' word-for-word as 'of quantum mechanics'. Instead, use the adjective form 'quantum mechanical' in English.
⚡Gold Rule
Field-specific usage
This phrase is exclusively used in physics and related technical fields. Do not use it in general contexts.
📖Word Origin
The phrase combines 'mecánica' (from Latin 'mechanica', meaning 'of machines' or 'pertaining to mechanics') and 'cuántica' (from 'cuanto', meaning 'quantum', derived from Latin 'quantus', 'how much'). 'Mecánica cuántica' as a compound term emerged in the early 20th century with the development of quantum theory.
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is used as a compound adjective in Spanish, typically modifying nouns like 'modelo', 'teoría', 'efectos', or 'sistema'. It is not used as a standalone noun. In English, the equivalent is 'quantum mechanical' + noun.