Shortward
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Shortward is an adjective meaning Near, or oriented toward, the shorter wavelengths of a range.
Meaning
Near, or oriented toward, the shorter wavelengths of a range.
Example Sentences
the H₂S band is shifted shortward to 3.89 μm when mixed as a minor component
The profiles of both lines are extremely asymmetrical, which we have found to be caused by very broad diffuse interstellar bands (DIBs) in the longward wing of H#92;beta and the shortward wing of H#92;alpha.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shortrange, closer, short-range, short, latter, next.
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