principle of superposition

Meaning of word principle of superposition from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

principle of superposition noun

Meaning : (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest.

Synonyms : superposition, superposition principle

Meaning : The displacement of any point due to the superposition of wave systems is equal to the sum of the displacements of the individual waves at that point.

Example : The principle of superposition is the basis of the wave theory of light.

Synonyms : huygens' principle of superposition

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