Definition

A measure of how well a material can allow radiation or water to pass through it.

Example

The transmissivity of the aquifer was tested to determine its ability to supply water.

Conversation

I was reading about how transmissivity affects water flow in aquifers.

That's interesting! How does it work exactly?

Well, it measures how easily water can move through the material.

Got it! So higher transmissivity means better water flow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transmissivity → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "mittere" (meaning to send) combined with the suffix "-ivity" (indicating a state or condition). The word "transmissivity" refers to the state or condition of being able to send or transmit something across a medium.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sending' ('mittere') something 'across' ('trans-') — that's why transmissivity means the ability to transmit something across.

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