ENTROPY
\ˈɛntɹəpi], \ˈɛntɹəpi], \ˈɛ_n_t_ɹ_ə_p_i]\
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(communication theory) a numerical measure of the uncertainty of an outcome; "the signal contained thousands of bits of information"
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(thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity representing the amount of energy in a system that is no longer available for doing mechanical work; "entropy increases as matter and energy in the universe degrade to an ultimate state of inert uniformity"
By Princeton University
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(communication theory) a numerical measure of the uncertainty of an outcome; "the signal contained thousands of bits of information"
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.