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sub·mul·ti·ple  (sb-mlt-pl)
n.
A number that is an exact divisor of another number.
submultiple [sʌbˈmʌltɪpəl]
n
(Mathematics) a number that can be divided into another number an integral number of times without a remainder
adj
(Mathematics) being a submultiple of a quantity or number
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First we note that the throughput of the monochromator could be characterized as having a main peak at the wavelength of interest, [lambda], generally smaller, higher order peaks at submultiples [lambda]/n, and even smaller broad-band scatter that we shall label S[lambda]([lambda]').
Towards high accuracy reflectometry for extreme-ultraviolet ... by Lucatorto, Thomas B. / Journal of Research of the National Institute of Standards and Technology
Dose limits can be set as multiples and submultiples of natural background radiation levels.
Restructuring nuclear regulations. (Commentaries) by Mossman, Kenneth L. / Environmental Health Perspectives
In practical use, excessively large or small numerical values may occur with SI units, and the required number can be simplified by the addition of special prefixes to the unit symbol, resulting in multiples or submultiples of the unit.
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