Conductance (noun)
Definition: Conductance is a measure of how easily electricity can pass through a material. It is the opposite of electrical resistance. If a material has high conductance, it allows electricity to flow easily. If it has low conductance, it resists the flow of electricity.
Usage Instructions: You can use the word "conductance" when talking about electricity, physics, or engineering. It is often used in scientific contexts.
Example Sentence: "Copper has a high conductance, which is why it is commonly used in electrical wires."
Advanced Usage: In more technical discussions, conductance is often measured in units called siemens (S), which is the reciprocal of ohms (Ω), the unit for resistance.
Word Variants: - Conduct (verb): To allow electricity or heat to pass through. - Conductive (adjective): Describing a material that allows electricity or heat to flow through it easily (e.g., "Silver is a highly conductive metal."). - Conductivity (noun): The ability of a material to conduct electricity, often used interchangeably with conductance in more general discussions.
Different Meaning: While "conductance" primarily relates to electricity, in a broader sense, "conduct" can also refer to the way a person behaves or carries out activities (e.g., "His conduct during the meeting was very professional.").
Synonyms: - Conductivity (used in some contexts) - Electric flow capacity
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "conductance," as it is a technical term. However, you may encounter phrases like "conduct electricity" which means to allow electricity to flow.