1. cross section - Noun
2. cross section - Adjective Satellite
(physics) the probability that a particular interaction (as capture or ionization) will take place between particles; measured in barns
a sample meant to be representative of a whole population
a section created by a plane cutting a solid perpendicular to its longest axis
representing a plane made by cutting across something at right angles to its length
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cross-section views of the neck Source: Internet
A beam may, for example, have an elliptical cross section, in which case the orientation of the beam diameter must be specified, for example with respect to the major or minor axis of the elliptical cross section. Source: Internet
A cable which is thicker in cross section at that height than at the surface could better hold up its own weight over a longer length. Source: Internet
ABCL's strategy was to introduce products and services covering an entire cross-section of India's entertainment industry. Source: Internet
A cross section of the medial suture, where two halves of the diabolical ironclad beetle's elytra meet, shows the puzzle piece configuration that's among the keys to the insect's incredible durability. Source: Internet
Aircrew Manual pt. 1, ch. 8, paras. 3, 12. Despite being designed before a low radar cross-section (RCS) and other stealth factors were ever a consideration, Sweetman, Bill. Source: Internet