gamma

gam-ma · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The third letter of the Greek alphabet (Γ, γ).

  2. 2.

    (physics) A unit of magnetic field strength.

  3. 3.

    A type of electromagnetic radiation with very short wavelengths.

  4. 4.

    (photography/computing) A measure of contrast in images.

Forms

plural: gammas

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    gamma rays — high-energy electromagnetic radiation
  • •
    gamma radiation — radiation consisting of gamma rays
  • •
    gamma correction — adjustment of brightness/contrast in images

Related words

See also: alpha, beta, radiation

Etymology

From Greek gamma, the third letter of the Greek alphabet.