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transmutation

/ˌtrænsmjuːˈteɪʃən/

/ˌtrænsmjuˈteɪʃən/

transmutationnoun

transmutations

Translations

The alchemist studied the transmutation of metals.

Алхимик изучал трансмутацию металлов.

Definitions

The action of changing or the state of being changed into another form.

The alchemist's goal was the transmutation of base metals into gold.

The result or product of transmuting; something that has undergone a complete change in form or nature.

The philosopher’s stone was believed to effect the transmutation of lead into gold.

In physics, the conversion of one chemical element or isotope into another, which occurs naturally or artificially.

Nuclear reactors can facilitate the transmutation of certain isotopes into more stable forms.

Synonyms

transmutationadjective

more transmutation

Comp.

most transmutation

Super.

/ˌtrænsmjuːˈteɪʃən/

/ˌtrænsmjuˈteɪʃən/

Used attributively before a noun, especially in scientific contexts (e.g., “transmutation products”).

Definitions

Relating to or resulting from transmutation, especially nuclear transmutation.

Transmutation products must be carefully stored due to their radioactivity.