microphysical

/ˌmaɪkroʊˈfɪzɪkəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to the smallest particles or processes in physics, such as atoms, molecules, or subatomic particles.
    • Microphysical interactions between particles determine the properties of matter.
    • The scientist studied microphysical events inside a particle accelerator.
    • Quantum mechanics describes the microphysical world of electrons and photons.
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