Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Supercritical.
Supercritical - as an adjective satellite
(especially of fissionable material) able to sustain a chain reaction in such a manner that the rate of reaction increases
Supercritical - as an adjective
(of a gas) above its critical temperature and critical pressure.
Having a mass sufficient to sustain a chain reaction.
(aerodynamics) above the speed of sound.
Above some other critical value or range.
Example Sentences
"The supercritical fluid has unique properties that make it ideal for certain industrial processes."
"Scientists are studying the behavior of supercritical water at high temperatures and pressures."
"The supercritical state of a substance occurs at a specific combination of temperature and pressure."
"The supercritical phase transition is a topic of interest in thermodynamics."
"The supercritical pressure in the Earth's core helps maintain its magnetic field."
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