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confinement [kən′fīn·mənt] (engineering) Physical restriction, or degree of such restriction, to passage of detonation wave or reaction zone, for example, that of a resistant container which holds an explosive charge. (particle physics) A property of quantum chromodynamics whereby isolated quarks cannot exist, nor can any other isolated particles that carry color charges, such as gluons. (plasma physics) Restriction of a hot plasma to a given volume as long as possible, by such means as magnetic mirrors and pinch effect. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Several reasons make me believe in this; but the chief one is the remarkable effect which confinement or cultivation has on the functions of the reproductive system; this system appearing to be far more susceptible than any other part of the organisation, to the action of any change in the conditions of life. His confinement is a hideous vision; and his old life a reality. Tom Jones had many visitors during his confinement, though some, perhaps, were not very agreeable to him. |
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