Z-pinch en · NOUN
Etymology
Z refers to the direction of the current in the devices, the z-axis on a normal three-dimensional graph.
Meanings
- A kind of plasma confinement system that uses an electrical current in the plasma to generate a magnetic field that compresses it.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z-pinches | Number=Plur | lexicographic |