amplitude

Example Sentences

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At low intensity, the molecule first expands before noticeable fragmentation begins, which is reflected in a delayed and modest decrease in the Guinier amplitude.

From Science Daily

Yet, as much warning as they get, scientists are not always able to predict the speed and amplitude of a tsunami.

From Los Angeles Times

In the earlier research into octopus brain waves, scientists described slow and prolonged oscillations with large amplitudes, unlike any brain wave produced by other animals.

From Salon

The difference between AM, or amplitude modulation, and FM, or frequency modulation, involves how sound waves are encoded into a signal that can be picked up by receivers.

From Washington Times

As infatuation consumed her, van den Heever summoned the tonal amplitude to fill out Wagner’s portrait of a love that is annihilating in its totality.

From New York Times