单词 | envelope |
释义 | envelope [`en·vǝ´lōp] COMMUNICATIONS A curve drawn to pass through the peaks of a graph, such as that of a moduated radio-frequency carrier signal. CYTOLOGY The sum of all cell-surface elements that are located outside the plasma membrane. ENGINEERING The glass or metal housing of an electron tube or the glass housing of an incandescent lamp. MATHEMATICS 1. The envelope of a one- parameter family of curves is a curve which has a common tangent with each member of the family. 2. The envelope of a one-parameter family of surfaces is the surface swept out by the characteristic curves of the family. VIROLOGY The outer membranous lipoprotein coat of certain viruses. Also known as bulb. |
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