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modulus

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Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. 1 (context mathematics English) The base with respect to which a congruence is computed. 2 (context mathematics English) The absolute value of a complex number. 3 (context physics English) A coefficient that expresses how much of a certain property is ...

The Collaborative International Dictionary Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Modulus \Mod"u*lus\, n.; pl. Moduli . [L., a small measure. See Module , n.] (Math., Mech., & Physics) A quantity or coefficient, or constant, which expresses the measure of some specified force, property, or quality, as of elasticity, strength, efficiency, ...

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
In mathematics , in the field of algebraic number theory , a modulus (plural moduli ) (or cycle , or extended ideal ) is a formal product of places of a global field (i.e. an algebraic number field or a global function field ). It is used to encode ramification ...

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. an integer that can be divided without remainder into the difference between two other integers; "2 is a modulus of 5 and 9" the absolute value of a complex number (physics) a coefficient that expresses how much of a specified property is possessed by ...

Usage examples of modulus.

Fuller thought for a moment, trying to recall the baseline modulus on Wet Eye.

Extraordinary modulus of tensile strength approaches quantum limits, enabling use as skyline cable.

In using a range of metals and polymers, the coefficient of inharmonicity is proportional to the modulus of elasticity divided by the square of the density.

A CAT scan revealed that the section modulus of her bones was normal too, although the muscle attachment was unusually deep.

Owing to the yielding of joints when a beam is first loaded a smaller modulus of elasticity should be taken than for a solid bar.

In the perspectives of the plaza, the junctions of the underpass and embankment, Talbot at last recognized a modulus that could be multiplied into the landscape of his consciousness.

As far as Talbert is concerned the young woman is a mere modulus in his union with the film actress.

It is hoped to construct a rectal modulus of Reagan and the auto-disaster of maximized audience arousal.

For example, the modulus of elasticity, a measure of the extent to which a material deflects in response to stress, ranges from 280–300 for asphaltic concrete, to 30–40 for coarse sand.

In using a range of metals and polymers, the coefficient of inharmonicity is proportional to the modulus of elasticity divided by the square of the density.

Fragments of ceramic stressed beyond several strength moduli flew about in razor-edged profusion, far more dangerous than the spray of gravel gouged from the ground.

The gradients themselves threw our two vessels onto congruent courses: the navigational AIs both attempted with electronic desperation to find solutions that would not exceed the starships' moduli of rupture.

I don’t suppose anyone has computed moduli of strength for the local woods?

I don't suppose anyone has computed moduli of strength for the local woods?

For example, the modulus of elasticity, a measure of the extent to which a material deflects in response to stress, ranges from 280–.