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gamma

gamma (Greek letter)

noun gah-MAH Rare
Numbers & Measures Measurements

Origin: From Greek gamma, the third letter of the Greek alphabet.

Also means

gamma ray

Usage Note

Gamma is used in French both for the Greek letter and in scientific contexts, most commonly in rayons gamma (gamma rays), referring to high-energy electromagnetic radiation. In physics and medicine, le rayonnement gamma is associated with nuclear reactions and cancer radiotherapy. The word is invariable and masculine.

Examples

"Les rayons gamma sont dangereux."

Natural Translation

Gamma rays are dangerous.

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