kinetics

[ ki-net-iks, kahy- ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)

1. the branch of mechanics that deals with the actions of forces in producing or changing the motion of masses.

kinetics

/ kaɪ-; kɪˈnɛtɪks /

noun

1. another name for dynamics
2. the branch of mechanics, including both dynamics and kinematics, concerned with the study of bodies in motion
3. the branch of dynamics that excludes the study of bodies at rest
4. the branch of chemistry concerned with the rates of chemical reactions

kinetics

/ kə-nĕt′ĭks /

1. See dynamics

Word History and Origins

Origin of kinetics¹

First recorded in 1860–65; kinetic, -ics

Example Sentences

"Ruben was one of the best students and for that reason he had a one-week internship at Manchester United," says Antonio Veloso - professor at the Faculty of Human Kinetics at the University of Lisbon.

From BBC

Is it strange to suggest that, 35 years on, after becoming numbed by synthetic superhero kinetics, Woo’s brand of over-the-top now feels more grounded?

From Los Angeles Times

"The images showed us that nanometer-scale droplets can play an essential role in the synthesis. Although they are extremely small, they control the entire kinetics at the beginning of the reaction," says Gruber.

From Science Daily

Among many others, a study by Human Kinetics has shown that gardening increases a child’s physical activity.

From Seattle Times

A team from Osaka University has combined simulations with experimental techniques to better understand the kinetics of the formation of microstructures to enhance and utilize these properties and how to harness them for specific applications.

From Science Daily

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