is a word with many different meanings.
In Physics , the concept of charge is derived from the observation of conserved Quantum Number s.
Various charge-like quantum numbers have been introduced by theories of Particle Physics , e.g.
In the formalism of particle theories charge-like quantum numbers can sometimes be inverted by means of a Charge Conjugation operator called ''C''. Chiral Fermion s often cannot.
- to ''take charge'', or being ''in charge'' means to take or have authority and responsibility for decisions
- In Law :
:# A ''criminal charge'' is an Indictment before a Court by a prosecuting authority
:# A ''jury charge'' is are Jury Instructions given by a judge to a Jury concerning the law applicable to the case under consideration
- more loosely, charged or Loaded Language employs emotional overtones.
- In group dynamics, Charge (group Dynamics) is the build up of negative emotions
- In heraldry, a Charge means objects on the shield.
- In Munition s and Explosive s, the ''charge'' is the explosive material used, for instance, to propel a bullet or shell, or demolish a structure.
- In Firearms , to ''charge'' a weapon is to load it with a round and ready it for firing.
- Similarly, ''to charge'' a Vessel is to fill it with material, which is subsequently known as ''the charge''.
- In an Internal Combustion Engine , ''charge'' is used to refer to the air or fuel/air mixture being fed into the intake. ''Charge air'' usually refers to air that has not had fuel mixed with it.
- During the European Middle Ages, a Charge often meant an underage person placed under the supervision of a nobleman
- To Charge (warfare) is a maneuver in battle where soldiers rush towards their enemy to engage in close combat
- In context of wartime operations, to charge with certain Rights , such as guaranteeing persons held in custody are allowed those rights
- In money, a Charge (finance) is any Fee assessed, such as a charge for using an automatic teller machine (ATM), entering a museum, being late with a payment, etc
- In Basketball , a charge is an offensive foul, called when an offensive player with the ball makes illegal contact with a defensive player who has legally established his position.
- In Scientology , a negative emotional imprint in the subconscious mind.
- '' Charge!! '' is a 2005 album by The Aquabats .
- Charge is the name of a legal party pill in New Zealand
- CHARGE Syndrome refers to a specific set of birth defects in children.
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