retropulsive Synonyms
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retropulsive Meaning
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retropulsive (a.)
Driving back; repelling.
retropulsive Sentence Examples
- The retropulsive force acted against the vessel's forward momentum, slowing it down.
- The catalyst caused the reaction to proceed in a retropulsive direction, yielding unexpected results.
- The retropulsive nature of the ions prevented their attraction to each other, maintaining separation.
- The engine's retropulsive thrust was used to decelerate the spacecraft upon re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.
- The retropulsive energy of the spring propelled the object into the air with great force.
- The magnetic field exerted a retropulsive force on the charged particle, causing it to deflect from its original trajectory.
- The retropulsive interaction between the two molecules hindered their ability to form stable bonds.
- The repulsive force generated by the electrostatic charge caused the particles to separate and scatter.
- The retropulsive tendency of the catalyst minimized the formation of unwanted byproducts during the reaction.
- The retropulsive forces between the atoms prevented them from packing densely, resulting in a porous material.
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Driving back; repelling.
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The retropulsive force acted against the vessel's forward momentum, slowing it down.
The catalyst caused the reaction to proceed in a retropulsive direction, yielding unexpected results.
The retropulsive nature of the ions prevented their attraction to each other, maintaining separation.
The engine's retropulsive thrust was used to decelerate the spacecraft upon re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.
