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excitation in German

excitation in German is Erregung, Anregung — excitation means the act of stirring something into motion or rousing it up.

excitation in German

Erregung
noun
(physiology) The activity produced in an organ, tissue, or part, such as a nerve cell, as a result of stimulation.
Anregung
noun
(physics) A transition of a nucleus, atom or molecule to an excited state by the absorption of a quantum of energy; the opposite of relaxation.
Erregung
noun
(physics) A transition of a nucleus, atom or molecule to an excited state by the absorption of a quantum of energy; the opposite of relaxation.

What does "excitation" mean?

  1. noun The act of stirring something into motion or rousing it up.
  2. noun The process of causing excitement, or the excitement that results from it.
  3. noun (physiology) The response produced in an organ or tissue, such as a nerve cell, when it is stimulated.
  4. noun (physics) The change of an atom, molecule or nucleus to a higher energy state after absorbing energy, the opposite of relaxation.
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What is "excitation" in German?
"excitation" in German is Erregung, Anregung. excitation means: The act of stirring something into motion or rousing it up.
Are there other ways to say "excitation" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "excitation": Erregung, Anregung.
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