undifferentiable objects
[/ˌʌndɪˈfɛrənʃəbəl ˈɒbdʒɪkts/]
nounpl: undifferentiable objects
objetos indiferenciáveis
1. In mathematics and philosophy, objects or entities that cannot be distinguished from one another based on any measurable or observable properties; items that lack distinguishing characteristics
In quantum mechanics, identical particles are considered undifferentiable objects because they have no unique identity markers.
Na mecânica quântica, partículas idênticas são consideradas objetos indiferenciáveis porque não possuem marcadores de identidade únicos.
2. In set theory and formal logic, entities for which no mathematical function or property can differentiate one from another
The two water molecules are undifferentiable objects in this theoretical model.
As duas moléculas de água são objetos indiferenciáveis neste modelo teórico.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in academic and scientific contexts, particularly in physics, mathematics, and philosophy. It is not commonly used in everyday Brazilian or American English conversation. The concept is especially relevant in quantum mechanics discussions in Portuguese-speaking scientific communities. The Portuguese translation 'indiferenciáveis' is widely accepted in academic circles across both Brazil and Portugal.
Related Idioms & Phrases
objetos que não se distinguem um do outro (objects that cannot be distinguished from one another)
sem características diferenciadoras (without differentiating characteristics)
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