superconducting
UK: ˌsuːpəkənˈdʌktɪŋ | US: ˌsuːpərkənˈdʌktɪŋ
adj. relating to or exhibiting superconductivity (the ability to conduct electricity with zero resistance at very low temperatures).
superconducting = super<above, beyond> + conduct<to lead, carry> + ing<adjective suffix>
- super (from Latin super, meaning "above, beyond") → implies exceeding normal limits.
- conduct (from Latin conducere, meaning "to lead or bring together") → refers to the transmission of energy or particles.
- ing (English present participle/adjective suffix) → forms the adjective describing the property.
Etymology Origin:
The term combines "super-" (suggesting exceptional performance) with "conducting" (the ability to transmit electricity). Coined in the early 20th century, it reflects the discovery of materials that "conduct beyond" ordinary limits when cooled to critical temperatures, revolutionizing physics and engineering.
Superconducting materials are essential for MRI machines in modern hospitals.
Researchers aim to develop room-temperature superconducting wires for energy efficiency.
The superconducting magnet maintained its zero-resistance state at -200°C.
Quantum computers often rely on superconducting circuits to process information.
Superconducting technology could transform power grids by eliminating energy loss.