criticality

/ (ˌkrɪtɪˈkælɪtɪ) /

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noun

the state of being critical

physics the condition in a nuclear reactor when the fissionable material can sustain a chain reaction by itself

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There is nothing remotely comparable for any and all Asian countries, whatever the strategic and economic criticality of Asia.
Leslie H. Gelb on Obama’s Dangerous Nuclear Dance|Leslie H. Gelb|April 7, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Jack could have spitted anybody for coming to disturb him at such a criticality.
The Ned M'Keown Stories|William Carleton

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