replication
[/ˌrɛplɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: replications / replicações
replicação
1. The action or process of copying or reproducing something exactly
The replication of the experiment produced identical results.
A replicação do experimento produziu resultados idênticos.
2. A copy or duplicate of something
This painting is a replication of the original masterpiece.
Esta pintura é uma replicação da obra-prima original.
3. In biology, the process of DNA copying itself during cell division
DNA replication is essential for cell reproduction.
A replicação do DNA é essencial para a reprodução celular.
4. In computing, the process of copying data to multiple locations for backup or distribution
Database replication ensures data consistency across servers.
A replicação de banco de dados garante consistência de dados entre servidores.
The term 'replicação' is widely used in Brazilian scientific and academic communities, particularly in molecular biology and information technology sectors. In Portugal, the usage is similar but 'cópia' remains more common in everyday speech. In the USA, the term gained prominence in discussions about the 'replication crisis' in science, referring to difficulties in reproducing research findings.
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