Conductivity is the measure of a material's ability to conduct electricity.
Conductivity is measured in siemens per meter (S/m) or mhos per meter (mho/m). It can also be measured in units of ohms per centimeter (Ω⋅cm).
The factors that affect conductivity include temperature, the type of material, and the concentration of ions in a solution.
Electrical conductivity refers to the ability of a material to conduct electricity, while thermal conductivity refers to the ability to conduct heat. However, both are related as materials with high electrical conductivity also tend to have high thermal conductivity.
The conductivity of a material can be improved by increasing the concentration of ions in a solution, increasing the temperature, or using a material with higher conductivity. In some cases, impurities or defects in the material can also affect conductivity and can be minimized through purification processes.