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Exponential Decay

Definition: Exponential decay refers to a mathematical concept where a quantity decreases exponentially over time or a continuous process in which the rate of decrease is proportional to the current value.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The phenomenon of a quantity decreasing exponentially over time.

Example Sentence: The radioactive substance exhibited exponential decay, reducing its intensity by half every hour.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to a rapid or extreme decrease, following an exponential pattern.

Example Sentence: The exponential decay in the population of bees has raised concerns about the future of pollination.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To decrease in an exponential manner.

Example Sentence: The value of the investment exponentially decays each year, making it less attractive for long-term savings.

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