superposition

Meanings

Plural: superpositions

Noun

• (geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another
• (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest
• (geometry) the placement of one object ideally in the position of another one in order to show that the two coincide
• the placement of one thing on top of another
• The placing of one thing on top of another.
• The deposition of one stratum over another; the principle that in a series of sedimentary strata, the lower strata are the older.
• The situation in quantum mechanics where two or more quantum states are added together (superposed) to yield another valid quantum state.

Synonyms

principle of superposition, superimposition, superposition principle, supraposition

Related Words

superpose