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nuclear physics

–noun
the branch of physics that deals with the behavior, structure, and component parts of atomic nuclei.

Origin:
1930–35


nuclear physicist, noun
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nuclear physics  
n.   (used with a sing. verb)
The scientific study of the forces, reactions, and internal structures of atomic nuclei.
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nuclear physics  
The scientific study of the structure and behavior atomic nuclei. See also neutron, proton, strong force.
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