dissipation function

noun

The function governing the rate at which mechanical energy is converted to heat during viscous flow.

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Meanings

noundissipation function (plural dissipation functions)

plural dissipation functions

  1. natural sciencesThe function governing the rate at which mechanical energy is converted to heat during viscous flow.
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