zeta
zeta
Definition
zeta (zāt′ə, zēt′ə)
noun
the sixth letter of the Greek alphabet (Ζ, ζ)
Etymology: Gr zēta
zeta Finance Definition
A
pricing model for derivatives that measures what effect volatility has on a
portfolio. Derivatives are
investments whose value is based on the performance of an underlying asset.
Examples of derivatives are futures or options contracts.
zeta
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- function: In the same way, we can extend the definition of the zeta function to almost all of the complex plane.
- potential: Secondly, existing processes can be improved by looking at the zeta potential at each stage of the process.
- globin: They found that zeta globin was able to replace the faulty beta globin, in the same way that gamma globin can.
- measurement: This presentation covers the most frequently asked questions from users of the Zetasizer range for both dynamic light scattering and zeta potential measurements.
- value: However, if the particles have low zeta potential values then there is no force to prevent the particles coming together and flocculating.
