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u

Syllabification: (u)
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Definition of u

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Physics
  • denoting quantum states or wave functions that change sign on inversion through the origin. The opposite of g.
    [from German ungerade 'odd']

symbol

[in combination]
  • (in units of measurement) micro- (106):direct readout of concentration in ug or mg/l

Origin:

substituted for mu

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