Flux
volume
British pronunciation/flˈʌks/
American pronunciation/ˈfɫəks/

Definition & Meaning of "flux"

to flux
01

move or progress freely as if in a stream

to flux definition and meaning
02

to mix or blend various elements together, typically to create a uniform composition or alloy

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The metallurgist fluxes the metals together to achieve the desired alloy composition.
Last week, we fluxed the ingredients together to create a flavorful marinade for the meat.
03

become liquid or fluid when heated

Flux
01

the amount of energy or particles passing through per unit area per unit time

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Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity by capturing the flux of photons from the sun.
In physics, flux density measures the amount of magnetic field passing through a surface.
02

a flow or discharge

03

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

04

in constant change

05

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

06

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

07

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

08

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

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