Process

process · Systems · Level 2 · E3

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Senses of "Process":

Emergence definition

A sequence of changes driven by energy and occurring over time, resulting in a predictable and repeatable pattern of transformation, which is essential for the creation of cake.

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Wiktionary senses

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Historical origin

Origin word: process
Origin language: English

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Verfahren German
process English primary

Prerequisites

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Change L1 (requires)

A process unfolds over time as a sequence of changes

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