skin effect

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Synonyms: in effect, main effect

Antonyms: in effect, main effect

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|physics}} The [[tendency]] of an [[alternating current]] to [[distribute]] itself in a [[conductor]] such that the [[current]] [[density]] is greater near the [[surface]] than near the [[core]].

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