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Definitions from the WebMetastabilityNoun: 1. The property of a system that remains in a stable state but is capable of transitioning to a more stable state under certain conditions. Example sentence: The molecules in a supercooled liquid exhibit metastability, capable of solidifying upon disturbance. Physics: 2. The state of a physical system in which it exists in an energy-minimum configuration but can transition to a lower-energy state if triggered by an external perturbation. Example sentence: The metastability of an excited atom is crucial in the process of stimulated emission. Chemistry: 3. The condition of a chemical compound or reaction when it is in a state of temporary stability before proceeding to a more stable configuration. Example sentence: The intermediate compound formed during a reaction displays metastability before completing its transformation. Biology: 4. The capacity of an organism or a cellular system to exist in an unstable state, where it has not reached equilibrium but can transition to a stable state rapidly. Example sentence: The metastability of genes enables organisms to adapt to changing environmental conditions. Related products: | ||||
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