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Conduction

usgb/kənˈdʌkʃn/Volume
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Physical Movements

Understand that 'conduction' implies movement within a material rather than across different materials.

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Metal wires allow for the conduction of electricity within them.
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Scientific Context

'Conduction' is often used in discussions about science, especially physics and engineering.

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During the lecture, the professor explained the principles of heat conduction.
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Not Visible

'Conduction' describes a process that is usually invisible to the naked eye.

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Despite not seeing it, conduction was warming the entire house through the radiator.
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