quantum
A quantum is the smallest possible unit of energy or matter that can exist independently. It is also used metaphorically to describe a sudden, large, and significant change or improvement.
Exemplos
3 de 5The new battery technology represents a quantum leap in electric car range.
The new battery technology represents a massive improvement in electric car range.
The researchers observed the energy emitted as a single quantum of light.
The researchers observed the energy released as a single unit of light.
Upgrading to this computer was a quantum jump for my gaming experience.
Upgrading to this computer was a huge improvement for my gaming experience.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of the word 'Quantity'. A 'Quantum' is the smallest specific 'quantity' of energy possible.
Quiz rápido
The discovery of fire was a ______ leap for human history.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: quantum
Exemplos
The new battery technology represents a quantum leap in electric car range.
everydayThe new battery technology represents a massive improvement in electric car range.
The researchers observed the energy emitted as a single quantum of light.
formalThe researchers observed the energy released as a single unit of light.
Upgrading to this computer was a quantum jump for my gaming experience.
informalUpgrading to this computer was a huge improvement for my gaming experience.
Quantum mechanics explains how particles behave at the atomic level.
academicQuantum science explains how tiny particles act at the level of atoms.
The merger with the tech giant was a quantum leap for the small startup.
businessThe merger with the tech giant was a giant step forward for the small company.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
quantum leap
a sudden and very large improvement
quantum jump
a sudden change from one state to another
quantum state
the specific physical condition of a particle
Frequentemente confundido com
Quantity is a general amount of something, while quantum is the specific smallest unit of energy.
Notas de uso
In science, use it to describe the smallest unit of energy. In everyday speech, use 'quantum leap' or 'quantum jump' to describe a very big success or improvement.
Erros comuns
Some learners think 'quantum leap' means a small change because a 'quantum' is tiny, but it actually means a massive breakthrough in English.
Dica de memorização
Think of the word 'Quantity'. A 'Quantum' is the smallest specific 'quantity' of energy possible.
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Latin word 'quantum', which means 'how much'.
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
The term is frequently used in pop culture and science fiction to imply futuristic or advanced technology.
Quiz rápido
The discovery of fire was a ______ leap for human history.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: quantum
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