elementos passivos
[eh-LEH-mehn-tos pah-SEE-vos]
noun phrasemasculinepl: elementos passivos
passive elements
1. In electronics and electrical engineering, circuit components that do not generate or amplify electrical power, such as resistors, capacitors, and inductors
Passive elements like resistors dissipate energy rather than generate it.
Elementos passivos como resistores dissipam energia em vez de gerá-la.
2. In general context, inactive or non-participating components or parts of a system
The passive elements of the structure provide support without active engagement.
Os elementos passivos da estrutura fornecem suporte sem participação ativa.
3. In grammar, linguistic elements that do not actively initiate action but receive or are affected by it
In the sentence structure, passive elements include objects and certain complements.
Na estrutura gramatical, elementos passivos incluem objetos e certos complementos.
This term is primarily used in technical and engineering contexts in Brazil and Portugal. It is standard terminology in electrical engineering courses and industrial applications. The concept reflects the importance of understanding passive versus active components in modern electronics and telecommunications infrastructure.
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