impedance

Meanings

• noun

  The opposition to the flow of an electric current or the flow of a fluid.

  - "The impedance of the speaker affects the quality of the sound."
  - "The impedance of the motor determines its efficiency."

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Rhymes

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encumbrance , obstacle , advantage , encampment

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Variants

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impedance , impedances

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Etymology

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The term 'impedance' comes from the Latin word 'impedire', which means 'to hinder' or 'to obstruct'. In the context of electronics, it refers to the opposition to the flow of electric current.

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Trivia

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1. Impedance is measured in units of Ohms in electronics.

2. Impedance is an important concept in electrical engineering, but it also applies to other types of systems, such as hydraulic and acoustic systems.

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Related Concepts

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1. Resistance: Impedance is a more generalized concept that includes both resistance and reactance.

2. Reactance: Reactance is the part of impedance that is not resistance and is related to the phase shift of the current and voltage.

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Culture

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Impedance is an important concept in various fields such as electronics, physics, and fluid dynamics. It is used to measure the resistance to the flow of current or fluid and is an essential parameter in designing and optimizing various systems.

How to Memorize "impedance"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize impedance as a barrier or obstacle that resists the flow of current or fluid.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'impedance' with the word 'resistance' and remember that impedance includes both resistance and reactance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Impedance Is A Pest' to remember that impedance is a nuisance or obstacle in the flow of current or fluid.

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