catastrophe theory
US /kəˈtæstrəfi ˌθiːəri/
UK /kəˈtæstrəfi ˌθiːəri/
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teoria da catástrofe
a mathematical theory dealing with the behavior of dynamic systems that undergo sudden, discontinuous changes, often in response to small, continuous changes in parameters
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The engineer used catastrophe theory to model the sudden collapse of the bridge.
O engenheiro usou a teoria da catástrofe para modelar o colapso súbito da ponte.
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Understanding phase transitions in materials often involves principles from catastrophe theory.
A compreensão das transições de fase em materiais frequentemente envolve princípios da teoria da catástrofe.