flux

flux definition - medical

flux (flŭks)

noun
  1. The discharge of large quantities of fluid material from the body, especially the discharge of watery feces from the intestines.
  2. Material thus discharged from the bowels.
  3. The rate of flow of fluid, particles, or energy through a given surface.
  4. Flux density.

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