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A rapid method of estimating the dissolvedsolids content of a water supply. The measurement indicates the capacity of a sample of water to carry an electrical current, which is related to the concentration of ionized substances in the water.
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| conditioned stimulus |
A situation in which one signal, or stimulus, is given just before another signal. After this happens several times, the first signal alone can cause the response that would usually need the second signal.
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| condom |
A device usually made of latex (a type of rubber), plastic or animal membrane that is used for birth control and to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. Male condoms are fitted over the erect penis. Female condoms are inserted into the vagina. The closed end of the condom covers the cervix, and the open end covers the area around the opening of the vagina.
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| condensation polymer |
A polymer, such as nylon, which is formed when a small molecule is condensed out or lost during polymerization. See addition polymer.
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| conduction |
The movement of heat from one molecule to another.
Ãâó: www.nps.gov/seki/fire/fire_gloss.htm
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