gamma
|gam/ma|
/ˈɡæmə/
third letter, radiation
Etymology
'gamma' originates from Greek, specifically the letter 'Γ', where it was the third letter of the Greek alphabet.
'Gamma' has remained largely unchanged from its Greek origins, maintaining its representation as the third letter in various contexts.
Initially, it represented the third letter of the Greek alphabet, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the third letter of the Greek alphabet (Γ, γ), used in various scientific and mathematical contexts.
The symbol γ is often used to represent a gamma ray in physics.
Noun 2
a unit of magnetic field strength equal to one nanotesla.
The magnetic field was measured in gammas.
Noun 3
a type of radiation emitted by radioactive substances, known as gamma rays.
Gamma rays are used in medical imaging.
Last updated: 2025/01/22 21:19