point source

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Synonyms: point sources

Antonyms: point sources

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|sciences}} A source of [[pollution]], [[radiation]], [[wave]]s, fluid or other substance that has one specific location (and negligible physical extent, distinguishing a ''point source'' from other source geometries). In simulations they can often be approximated using mathematical point sources.
2. {{lb|en|mathematics}} The abstract concept of a singularity emitting a flux or flow. A source with infinitesimal dimensions in space.

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