inductance (n.)

  1. an electrical phenomenon whereby an electromotive force (EMF) is generated in a closed circuit by a change in the flow of current

    [ Syn: induction ]

  2. an electrical device (typically a conducting coil) that introduces inductance into a circuit

    [ Syn: inductor ]

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