Submass

Submass is a term used in some contexts to refer to a subordinate or lesser mass. This concept can appear in various fields, though its precise meaning and application vary.

In physics, the term might be used informally to describe a smaller component of a larger system, such as a satellite orbiting a planet, where the satellite is considered a submass relative to the planet. It can also arise in discussions of composite objects or fragmented masses.

In theoretical contexts, submass might be employed to differentiate between primary and secondary components in a larger structure or entity. For instance, in discussions of galaxies, a dwarf galaxy associated with a larger galaxy could be considered a submass. The term is not a standard, universally defined scientific term but rather a descriptive phrase used to convey a relative size or importance within a system. Its usage is often dependent on the specific domain and the author's intent to categorize or distinguish masses.