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induction

nounfemininetécnico/ĩduˈsɐ̃w̃/medium

in·du·ção

Definition

1. (Philosophy, Logic) The process of deriving general principles from particular facts or instances. 2. (Physics) The production of an electric current in a conductor by a changing magnetic field. 3. (Medicine) The artificial initiation of a process, such as labor.
Induction is one of the pillars of the scientific method.
Induction cooktops are very efficient.
Common collocations
electromagnetic inductioninduction methodinduction cooking

Etymology

Do latim 'inductio, -onis', de 'inducere' (introduzir, persuadir).

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