The Cherenkov effect A charged particle traveling in a dielectric medium with n>1 radiates Cherenkov radiation if its velocity is larger than the phase velocity of light v>c/n or Î² > 1/n (threshold) The emission is due to an asymmetric polarization of the medium in front and at the rear of the particle, giving rise to a varying electric dipole momentum.
cyclo-. 1. Combining forms relating to a circle or cycle; or denoting an association with the ciliary body. 2. In chemistry, a combining form indicating a continuous molecule, without end, or the formation of such a structure between two parts of a molecule.
Recent Examples of cyclo from the Web. Segal said a community has coalesced around short track, partially because the relative ease of joining but also being accessible to other forms of biking such as cyclo-cross and off-road racing. â andrew henderson, The Courier-Journal, Louisville cycling scene is a big, welcoming 'party' that gives back, 13 July 2017