nonrelativistic quantum mechanics

A form of non-relativistic quantum mechanics — A version of quantum theory that applies to systems with speeds much lower than the speed of light, and where relativistic effects are negligible.

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nounnonrelativistic quantum mechanics (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of non-relativistic quantum mechanics
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