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conductivity

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˌkɑnˌdəkˈtɪvəti// UK //kɒndəktˈɪvɪti// con·duc·tiv·i·ty

n. the ability of a material to let heat or electricity pass through it. Metals usually have high levels of this.

n. the degree to which a specified material conducts electricity or heat. Often expressed as a physical property that varies depending on temperature and material purity.


SIMPLE

Copper is used in wires because of its high conductivity.

CONTEXTUAL

The technician measured the water's electrical conductivity to check for the presence of dissolved salts and minerals.

COMPLEX

In semiconductor manufacturing, controlling the conductivity of silicon through doping is essential for creating the transistors that power modern computing devices.

Synonyms
Origin

From conductive + -ity.

Usage

Uncountable in its general sense; can be used with 'high', 'low', or 'thermal' to specify the type of energy transfer.

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