quantum tunnelling

English

Noun

quantum tunnelling (uncountable)

  1. (quantum mechanics) Any of several quantum mechanical effects in which a particle disobeys the laws of classical mechanics.
  2. (figuratively, uncommon) The movement or travel from one point or direction to another in a very quick, rapid, or effortless manner.

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