Superposition Definition

so͝opər-pə-zĭshən
superpositions
noun
superpositions
The act of superposing or the state of being superposed.
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The principle that in a group of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest were the earliest to be deposited.
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The combination of two or more physical states, such as waves, to form a new physical state in accordance with the superposition principle.
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The placing of one thing on top of another.

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Synonyms:
verb
To superpose.
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Other Word Forms of Superposition

Noun

Singular:
superposition
Plural:
superpositions

Superposition Sentence Examples

  • It is a case of the principle of superposition of small disturbances.

  • For instance, the colour of a salt solution is the colour obtained by the superposition of the colours of the ions and the colour of any undissociated salt that may be present.

  • This is due to the superposition of a great number.

  • In the case of plane figures, the congruence is tested by an imaginary superposition of one figure on the other; but this may more simply be regarded as the superposition, on either figure, of the image of the other figure on a contiguous plane.

  • Another powerful reason for taking the aether to be stationary is afforded by the character of the equations of electrodynamics; they are all of linear type, and superposition of effects is possible.

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Words Starting With

SSUSUP

Words Ending With

NONION

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