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zeta Definition

zeta (zātə, zētə)

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.

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