Permeability (Noun)
Meaning
The property of something that can be pervaded by a liquid (as by osmosis or diffusion).
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The cell membrane's permeability allowed the water molecules to pass through it easily.
- The permeability of the ceramic material made it suitable for use as a water filter.
- The researcher studied the permeability of the soil to determine its suitability for gardening.
- The high permeability of the fabric made it prone to stains and water damage.
- The liver's permeability to certain toxins makes it particularly vulnerable to damage from environmental pollutants.