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Oscillation

Scope note

Fluctuation or vibration on each side of a mean value or position; or a swinging back and forth. NASATH

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000220380

Broader Terms used

<physical sciences concepts>

Created

13yrs ago

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