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flux

(flŭks) n.A flow or flowing.A continued flOw; a

flood. See synonyms

at flow.The

flowing in

of the tide.Medicine.

The

discharge

of large quantities of fluid material

from the body, especially the discharge

of watery feces from

the intestines.Physics.The rate

of flow

of fluid,

particles, or energy

through a given surface.See flux density.The lines

of force

of an electric or magnetic field.Constant or frequent change; fluctuation:

“The newness and flux of the computer industry

has meant many

opportunities

for women

and minorities”

(Connie Winkler).Chemistry & Metallurgy.

A substance that aids,

induces, or other

wise

actively

participates in fusing

or flowing, as:A substance

applied to a surface to be

joined by welding, soldering,

or brazing to facilitate the flowing

of solder and prevent formation

of oxides.A mineral

added to the

metals in a furnace

to promote fusing or

to prevent

the

formation

of

oxides.An additive that

improves the flow

of plastics during

fabrication.A readily

fusible

glass

or

enamel

used

as a base

in

ceramic

work.