fluxes

noun

in constant change

(physics) the number of changes in energy flow across a given surface per unit area

the lines of force surrounding a permanent magnet or a moving charged particle

a state of uncertainty about what should be done (usually following some important event) preceding the establishment of a new direction of action

excessive discharge of liquid from a cavity or organ (as in watery diarrhea)

a substance added to molten metals to bond with impurities that can then be readily removed

a flow or discharge

the rate of flow of energy or particles across a given surface

verb

mix together different elements

become liquid or fluid when heated

move or progress freely as if in a stream

Roots

fluoflu- · Latin · flow

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