flux

Definitions of flux in various dictionaries:

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

noun - a flow or discharge

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

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

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

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

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

noun - in constant change

verb - move or progress freely as if in a stream

verb - become liquid or fluid when heated

verb - mix together different elements

A flow or flowing.

A continued flow; a flood.

The flowing in of the tide.

The discharge of large quantities of fluid material from the body, especially the discharge of watery feces from the intestines.

The rate of flow of fluid, particles, or energy through a given surface.

See flux density.

The lines of force of a magnetic field.

Constant or frequent change; fluctuation: “The newness and flux of the computer industry has meant many opportunities for women and minorities” (Connie Winkler).

Chemistry & Metallurgy.

A substance applied to a surface to be joined by welding, soldering, or brazing to facilitate the flowing of solder and prevent formation of oxides.

A mineral added to the metals in a furnace to promote fusing or to prevent the formation of oxides.

An additive that improves the flow of plastics during fabrication.

A readily fusible glass or enamel used as a base in ceramic work.

To melt; fuse.

To apply a flux to.

To become fluid.

To flow; stream.

adj - to change from a solid to a liquid state by heat [v -ED, -ING, -S] : MELTABLE

FLUX - Flux describes the quantity which passes through a surface or substance. A flux is either a concept based in physics or used with applied mathematics...