ohmic resistance

noun

, Electricity.

1. resistance ( def 3a ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of ohmic resistance¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

It may be caused by ohmic resistance or self-induction.

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It should be remembered that an impedance coil obstructs the passage of fluctuating current, not so much by ohmic resistance as by offering an opposing or counter-electromotive force.

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This is greater than its ordinary ohmic resistance due to the skin effect.

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It is impossible to overcome it entirely, but merely in part, for the ohmic resistance cannot be overcome.

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The coils 2 and 3 are made to have high impedance, while 1 and 4 are so wound as to be non-inductive and, therefore, offer no impedance save that of their ohmic resistance.

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