(physics, chemistry) The application of a thermoanalytic technique involving recording any temperature difference between sample and reference materials that are undergoing identical thermal cycles.

Alternative spelling of thermalize

simple past tense and past participle of thermalize

(physics, of fast neutrons in a nuclear reactor) Brought to a lower velocity and kinetic energy by use of a moderator.

simple past tense and past participle of thermalise

Alternative spelling of thermalized

(physics) to lower the velocity and kinetic energy of fast neutrons in a nuclear reactor by use of a moderator, and thus increase the efficiency of fission

A weapon whose power is derived from nuclear fusion at high temperature

(medicine) The inability to feel heat or cold; loss of sense of temperature upon contact with skin.

(physics) The direct conversion of heat into electricity