field theory


Definition: Meaning of, field theory in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / fiːld ˈθɪəri /

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field theory field theories
  1. physics a theory that explains a physical phenomenon in terms of a field and the manner in which it interacts with matter or with other fields
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  • quantum field theory (noun)
    1. the branch of quantum physics that is concerned with the theory of fields; it was motivated by the question of how an atom radiates light as its electrons jump from excited states
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