English Explanatory Dictionary

Kirkwood gap

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A gap in the distribution of semi-major axes of asteroids in the main belt.
noun
  1. Alternative letter-case form of Kirkwood gap.

Word forms

Kirkwood gap Kirkwood gaps

Etymology

After American astronomer Daniel Kirkwood.

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