1. A condition or mode in which something is functioning, operating, or engaged in activity
The application is in an active state and ready to process commands.
A aplicação está em estado ativo e pronta para processar comandos.
2. In computing/technology: a status where a system, process, or component is currently running or operational
The server maintains an active state to ensure continuous service availability.
O servidor mantém um estado ativo para garantir disponibilidade contínua de serviço.
3. In physics/chemistry: a condition where atoms, molecules, or particles possess sufficient energy for a reaction or process
The chemical compound reaches an active state when heated to the proper temperature.
O composto químico atinge um estado ativo quando aquecido à temperatura apropriada.