noun a version of a product that is still in the testing phase before its official release
In finance, 'beta' is a measure of a stock's volatility in relation to the overall market.
In medicine, 'beta' typically refers to beta blockers, a class of drugs that block the action of beta receptors in the body.
In technology, 'beta' refers to a stage of software development where the product is almost complete but still undergoing testing by a select group of users before its official release.
In statistics, 'beta' is a parameter used in beta distribution to model random variables.
In physics, 'beta' can refer to beta decay, a type of radioactive decay in which a beta particle is emitted from an atomic nucleus.
In the context of writing, 'beta' can refer to a stage in the editing process where a draft is reviewed by others for feedback and improvements.
In psychology, 'beta' can refer to a type of brain wave associated with alertness and concentration.
In software development, 'beta' can refer to a phase in the release cycle of a software product where it is made available to a limited group of users for testing and feedback.
In investing, 'beta' can refer to a measure of a stock's volatility in relation to the overall market.
In biology, 'beta' can refer to a type of protein structure or a specific form of a gene.