Superconducting Meaning
/sˈupərkəˌndʌktɪŋ/Definition, CEFR level C2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjExhibiting superconductivity.
Sentence Examples
Superconducting magnets can produce intense magnetic fields.
Multifilamentary superconducting wires can be used in electric power transmission lines.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The physicists cooled the wire until it became ____ and carried electricity with zero resistance.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
A ____ material can conduct electricity without any resistance when it is cooled to very low temperatures.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *úp Proto-Indo-European *-er Proto-Indo-European *upér Proto-Italic *super Latin super Latin super-lbor. English super- English conducting English superconducting From super- + conducting.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The physicists cooled the wire until it became ____ and carried electricity with zero resistance.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
A ____ material can conduct electricity without any resistance when it is cooled to very low temperatures.