interconversion

[ in-ter-kuhn-vur-zhuhn, -shuhn ]

noun

1. conversion of each of two things into the other; reciprocal conversion.

interconversion

/ ˌɪntəkənˈvɜːʃən /

noun

1. a process in which two things are each converted into the other, often as the result of chemical or physical activity

Word History and Origins

Origin of interconversion¹

First recorded in 1860–65; inter- + conversion

Example Sentences

In addition, this hopping must not be too quick, so there is enough time for the interconversion of different excited states.

From Science Daily

This system dynamically manipulates the interconversion of excitons and trions, allowing nanoscale control and investigation of their emission properties.

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This system can reveal the underlying principles of trion generation and enable the dynamic manipulation of exciton-trion interconversion in a reversible manner.

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"It improves material stability and prevents interconversion between the two phases. The formation of a coherent interface between the two phases allows electrons to flow easily across the device, leading to enhanced power conversion efficiency. That is what we demonstrated in this piece of work."

From Science Daily

Cellular metabolism involves the uptake, release and biochemical interconversion of nutrients to produce energy and synthesize complex molecules.

From Nature