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indeterminate processes

[ˌɪndɪˈtɜːrmɪnət ˈprɑːsɛsɪz]
nounpl: indeterminate processes
processos indeterminados
1. In mathematics and logic, processes or sequences whose outcome cannot be precisely determined or predicted from initial conditions
Indeterminate processes in quantum mechanics challenge classical physics assumptions.
Os processos indeterminados na mecânica quântica desafiam os pressupostos da física clássica.
2. In general usage, any procedures or sequences with uncertain or undefined results
The investigation involved indeterminate processes that made conclusions difficult.
A investigação envolveu processos indeterminados que tornaram as conclusões difíceis.
Synonyms
undefined processesuncertain processesnon-deterministic processesstochastic processes
Antonyms
determinate processesdeterministic processesdefinite processespredictable processes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processos indeterminados
Standard usage in academic and scientific contexts
Portugal
processos indeterminados
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese in scientific terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave something indeterminate
indeterminate outcome
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