thermokinetics

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noun

A branch of science dealing with the kinetics of thermal decomposition.

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Meanings

nounthermokinetics (uncountable)
  1. uncountableA branch of science dealing with the kinetics of thermal decomposition.

    The application of the physical laws of thermokinetics, according to the various thermal characteristics of the body, especially the skin, shows that body temperature passively stabilizes at near 37°C for the core and about 33.5°C for the skin.

    2013, Y. Houdas, Human Body Temperature: Its Measurement and Regulation, page 109

Origin

From thermo- + kinetics.

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“thermokinetics.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/thermokinetics. Accessed November 4, 2026.

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