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pauli exclusion principle

Physics; General physics

No two electrons in an atom can have the same four quantum numbers; thus, a maximum of two electrons can occupy a given orbital.

peltier effect

Physics; General physics

The evolution or absorption of heat at the junction of two dissimilar metals carrying current.

period of oscillation

Physics; General physics

The time required for one complete oscillation.

periodic motion

Physics; General physics

The motion which repeats itself after regular intervals of time.

photoelectric effect

Physics; General physics

The emission of electrons in some materials when light of suitable frequency falls on them.

photons

Physics; General physics

A quanta of energy in light wave; the particle associated with light.

planck's constant

Physics; General physics

The ratio of energy to frequency, equal to 6.63 x 10-34 joule-sec.

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