Permeability
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpɝmi.əˈbɪlɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Permeability is a noun meaning The property of being permeable.
Meaning
The property of being permeable.
More Meanings
- The rate of flow of a fluid through a porous material.
- (geology) A measure of the ability of a rock to transmit fluids (such as oil or water).
- (physics) A quantitative measure of the degree of magnetization of a material in the presence of an applied magnetic field (measured in newtons per ampere squared in SI units).
Example Sentences
The sulfite cake is usually blended with fly ash (and possibly lime) to produce a landfillable byproduct of low permeability.
McNamara et al. (1991) suggested that neurofactors located within the thoracic ganglion may alter the apparent ionic permeabilities of this freshwater prawn.
Word Forms
- permeabilities
Synonyms for permeability
Depending on context, synonyms include permeableness.
Antonyms for permeability
Common opposites include impermeability, impermeableness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include permeableness, permeation, infiltration, porosity, penetration, patency.
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