Translation and Meaning of: 放射能 - houshanou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 放射能 (houshanou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: houshanou
Kana: ほうしゃのう
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: radioactivity
Meaning in English: radioactivity
Definition: Radiation energy emitted by matter.
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Explanation and Etymology - (放射能) houshanou
The word 「放射能」 (houshanou) translates as "radioactivity" and is a fundamental term in nuclear physics. 「放射」 (housha) means "emission" or "radiation," and 「能」 (nou) means "capacity" or "ability." Together, the words form the concept of the capacity for emission of radiation, a characteristic of radioactive materials. The etymology reflects the passive nature of the phenomenon, where the atoms spontaneously emit particles or waves.
The discovery of radioactivity dates back to the late 19th century, when the French scientist Henri Becquerel observed that certain materials emitted radiation spontaneously without the need for an external energy source. This discovery was expanded by Marie Curie and Pierre Curie, who managed to isolate new radioactive substances, including radium and polonium. The term 「放射能」 emerged to describe this intrinsic characteristic of certain elements.
Main Radicals and Components
- 「放」 (hou): This character implies the idea of releasing or emitting. It is essential when describing actions of detachment or liberation.
- 「射」 (sha): It has the connotation of shooting or sending, often associated with the emission of waves or particles.
- 「能」 (nou): Represents ability or capacity, indicating the innate characteristic of materials to emit radiation.
The cultural and technological impact of 「放射能」 is vast. While the term often evokes images of nuclear energy and weapons, radioactivity also has positive applications. For example, in medicine, it is used in radiation therapy treatments to combat cancer. Additionally, radiocarbon dating techniques rely on radioactivity to determine the age of historical artifacts. The importance of this concept transcends disciplines, uniting natural sciences, engineering, and health.
Synonyms and similar words
- 放射性物質 (Hōshasei busshitsu) - Radioactive material.
- 放射線物質 (Hōshasen busshitsu) - Material that emits radiation.
- 放射性物 (Hōshasei butsu) - Radioactive substance.
- 放射線源 (Hōshasen gen) - Radiation source.
- 放射性物質類 (Hōshasei busshitsu-rui) - Category of radioactive materials.
- 放射能物質 (Hōshanō busshitsu) - Substance with radioactivity.
- 放射能物 (Hōshanō butsu) - Radioactive product.
- 放射能類 (Hōshanō-rui) - Category of radioactive substances.
- 放射能性物質 (Hōshanōsei busshitsu) - Material with radioactive properties.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: ほうしゃのう houshanou
How to Write in Japanese - (放射能) houshanou
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (放射能) houshanou:
Example Sentences - (放射能) houshanou
Below are some example sentences:
Hōshanō wa kankyō ni aku eikyō o ataeru kanōsei ga arimasu
Radioactivity can have an adverse effect on the environment.
- 放射能 - radiation
- は - topic marking particle
- 環境 - environment
- に - Destination marking particle
- 悪影響 - negative effect
- を - object marker particle
- 与える - cause
- 可能性 - possibility
- が - subject marking particle
- あります - exist
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