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Noun delta wave has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: Delta WaveA delta wave refers to a distinctive waveform observed in an electroencephalogram (EEG) recording. It represents a type of brain wave with a frequency of less than 4 Hz, typically associated with deep sleep or certain brain disorders. Senses:Sense 1: (Noun) In Medicine, a type of brain wave observed during deep sleep. Example sentence: During the overnight sleep study, the patient exhibited delta waves, indicating a deep sleep stage. Related products: Overnight Sleep Study Sense 2: (Noun) In Physics, a triangular or nearly triangular deposit of sediment formed at the mouth of a river. Example sentence: The Nile Delta in Egypt is one of the most fertile regions in the world due to the continuous deposition of sediment carried by the river. Related products: Nile Delta Sense 3: (Noun) In Geography, an area of low, flat land shaped like a triangle, formed by the accumulation of sediment at the mouth of a river. Example sentence: The Mississippi River Delta in Louisiana is prone to frequent flooding and is full of rich biodiversity. Related products: Mississippi River Delta Sense 4: (Noun) In Telecommunications, a change in amplitude or phase that occurs in a waveform. Example sentence: The transmission of encoded data relies on detecting and interpreting delta waves to ensure accurate information transfer. Related products: Telecommunications Waveform Encoding Sense 5: (Noun) In Cardiology, a slow wave representing the electrical activity of the heart muscle during certain cardiac conditions. Example sentence: The presence of delta waves in an electrocardiogram may indicate a condition such as Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. Related products: Electrocardiogram | ||||
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