Definition

A unit of electrical resistance in the centimeter-gram-second system, which is equal to one billionth of an ohm.

Example

The resistance of the circuit was measured in abohms to ensure precision.

Conversation

I just learned about the concept of abohm in my physics class.

Oh really? What exactly is that?

It’s a unit of resistance, equal to one billionth of an ohm.

That’s interesting! I had no idea there were such small measurements.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'abohm' originates from the unit of electrical resistance, named after the German physicist Georg Simon Ohm. It refers to the resistance in a circuit when a potential difference of one volt produces a current of one ampere.

Memory Tip

Think of the name 'Ohm' as a way to remember that 'abohm' is related to electrical resistance, specifically the resistance that allows one volt to create one ampere.

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