PAIR PRODUCTION
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Pair Production.
Pair Production - as a noun
The transformation of a gamma-ray photon into an electron and a positron when the photon passes close to an atomic nucleus
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pair creationpair formationExample Sentences
"The theory of pair production was first proposed by Paul Dirac."
"In the presence of a strong electric field, pair production can occur spontaneously."
"Scientists are investigating the conditions required for efficient pair production."
"The energy required for pair production is directly proportional to the mass of the particles produced."
"The study of pair production has revealed important insights into the nature of quantum mechanics."
