s-process en · NOUN
Etymology
The s stands for slow.
Meanings
- (qualifier:nuclear physics) the relatively slow nucleosynthesis process, in giant stars, in which neutron capture synthesizes elements up to atomic mass number 210 (at which point alpha decay becomes a deterrent to further building).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| s-processes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |