exchange force

noun

1. a force between two elementary particles resulting from the exchange of a virtual particle
2. the force causing the alignment of the magnetic dipole moments of atoms in ferromagnetic materials

exchange force

/ ĭks-chānj′ /

1. A force that results from the continuous interchange of particles between two or more bodies. The exchange of electrons between two atoms or molecules, for example, is an exchange force, as is the exchange of gluons between quarks in the strong nuclear force.

Example Sentences

“The Taliban asked why they were working for these non-Muslim people. ‘You must bring them to us and we will kidnap them and in exchange force them to release the Taliban in jail.’

From The Guardian

He said policy makers should give companies more flexibility in laying off workers and, in exchange, force them to offer workers generous unemployment insurance.

From New York Times

The Stock Exchange force of telegraphers and other employees practically in a body volunteered their services, and those selected were of great assistance in preparing the card index system, which was used and found to be practical and eminently satisfactory.

From Project Gutenberg