Definition: A conductor is a material which permits a flow of energy. A material which allows the flow of charged particles is an electrical conductor. A material which allows the transfer of thermal energy is a thermal conductor or heat conductor.
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Also Known As: electrical conductor, thermal conductor, heat conductor
Common Misspellings: conducter
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