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permeability [‚pər·mē·ə′bil·əd·ē] (electromagnetism) A factor, characteristic of a material, that is proportional to the magnetic induction produced in a material divided by the magnetic field strength; it is a tensor when these quantities are not parallel. Also known as magnetic permeability. (fluid mechanics) The ability of a membrane or other material to permit a substance to pass through it. Quantitatively, the amount of substance which passes through the material under given conditions. (geology) The capacity of a porous rock, soil, or sediment for transmitting a fluid without damage to the structure of the medium. Also known as conductivity; perviousness. (naval architecture) The percentage of a given space in a ship that can be occupied by water. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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