fine structure constant

A form of fine-structure constant — The fundamental physical value α, presumed to be constant, that characterizes the strength of the electromagnetic force. Equal to about 1/137 = 0.0072973525.

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noun
  1. alternativeAlternative form of fine-structure constant.
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