conductivity
noun
con·duc·tiv·i·ty
ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈti-və-tē 
kən-
plural conductivities
: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting: such as
a
: the reciprocal of electrical resistivity
b
: the quality of living matter responsible for the transmission of and progressive reaction to stimuli
Examples of conductivity in a Sentence
measuring the conductivity of different metals
Recent Examples on the Web
Thanks to the ceramic’s extremely high thermal conductivity, the antenna array in the melting head assists in both directing the radar signals and maintaining the probe’s ability to rapidly melt through the ice.
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IEEE Spectrum, 4 Mar. 2024
This structural diversity reduces the likelihood of ion trapping and improves overall conductivity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 Feb. 2024
The abundance of diverse pathways for lithium movement within the crystal lattice allows for efficient ion conductivity, according to Rosseinsky.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 Feb. 2024
Chloride from road salt is one factor that can increase a waterway’s conductivity.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2024
Some bowls are made from copper, like our best wood-burning option, which is another material known for being tolerant for high heat and for its thermal conductivity.
—Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2023
In their study of the material, the researchers confirmed that the exceptional electrical conductivity of the material was comparable to that of liquid electrolytes.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 Feb. 2024
Similar to stockpots, sauté pans, frying pans (and all the best cookware, really), the most important features of a saucepan are good heat conductivity, good heat retention, and even heat distribution.
—Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 5 Feb. 2024
Crafted from a five-layer composite of stainless steel and aluminum, this stockpot offers optimal heat conductivity, even heating, and durability at an affordable price.
—Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2024
IEEE Spectrum, 4 Mar. 2024
This structural diversity reduces the likelihood of ion trapping and improves overall conductivity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 Feb. 2024
The abundance of diverse pathways for lithium movement within the crystal lattice allows for efficient ion conductivity, according to Rosseinsky.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 Feb. 2024
Chloride from road salt is one factor that can increase a waterway’s conductivity.
—Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2024
Some bowls are made from copper, like our best wood-burning option, which is another material known for being tolerant for high heat and for its thermal conductivity.
—Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2023
In their study of the material, the researchers confirmed that the exceptional electrical conductivity of the material was comparable to that of liquid electrolytes.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 Feb. 2024
Similar to stockpots, sauté pans, frying pans (and all the best cookware, really), the most important features of a saucepan are good heat conductivity, good heat retention, and even heat distribution.
—Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 5 Feb. 2024
Crafted from a five-layer composite of stainless steel and aluminum, this stockpot offers optimal heat conductivity, even heating, and durability at an affordable price.
—Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2024
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conductivity
noun
con·duc·tiv·i·ty
ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈtiv-ət-ē
kən-
plural conductivities
: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting
Medical Definition
conductivity
noun
con·duc·tiv·i·ty
ˌkän-ˌdək-ˈtiv-ət-ē, kən-
plural conductivities
: the quality or power of conducting or transmitting: as
a
: the reciprocal of electrical resistivity
b
: the quality of living matter responsible for the transmission of and progressive reaction to stimuli
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