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1. (n.) quantum theory
a theory for predicting the discrete energy states of atoms and of radiation.
2. quantum theory
any theory that describes a force or field using the methods of quantum mechanics:
a quantum theory of gravitation.
Etymology: (1910–15)
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1. (noun) quantum theory
(physics) a physical theory that certain properties occur only in discrete amounts (quanta)
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1. quantum theory
The theory that the radiation and absorption of energy take place in definite quantities called quanta (E) which vary in size and are defined by the equation E=hv in which h is Planck's constant and v is the frequency of the radiation.
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