a discrete amount of something that is analogous to the quantities in quantum theory
(physics) the smallest discrete quantity of some physical property that a system can possess (according to quantum theory)
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When each process finishes its quantum , it will be swapped with other process . 当每个过程都完成了他们的分配量，它将会被与其他过程交换。
Liability was admitted by the defendant, but the case went to trial because they could not agree the quantum of damages. 被告承认有责任，但案子还是拿到法庭审判，因为双方当事人不能就损害赔偿金金额达成协议。
The annual export quantum reaches ten million sets. 年出口量达到一千多万台。
The spin phenomenon exists only in quantum theory. 只有在量子理论中才出现这样的自转效应。
This discovery marks a quantum leap forward in the fight against cancer. 这一发现标志着治疗癌症的一大突破。
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