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High electrical conductivity refers to the ability of certain materials to conduct a large amount of electrical current. Electrical conductivity is abbreviated by the Greek letters sigma (Ï) or kappa (Îº). The SI unit of electrical conductivity is Siemens per meter (S/m).
Part of the Electronics glossary: An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. substance that does not conduct electricity is called an insulator or dielectric material. Common examples include most gases, porcelain, glass, plastic, and distilled water. A material that conducts fairly well, but not very well, is known as a resistor.