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Resistance Unit

Definition:

A resistance unit is a unit of measurement used to quantify electrical resistance, which is the measure of an object's opposition to the flow of electric current.

Senses:

1. Electrical Engineering: A resistance unit is the standard unit used to measure resistance in circuits.
2. Military: A resistance unit can also refer to a group of individuals organized to resist an occupying force in warfare.

Usages:

Sense 1: Electrical Engineering

In electrical engineering, a resistance unit is commonly expressed in ohms (Ω) and is used to measure the amount of resistance in an electrical circuit.

Sample Sentences:

• Make sure to check the resistance unit of the component before connecting it to the circuit.
• The resistance unit of the resistor is 10 ohms.

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Sense 2: Military

In military contexts, a resistance unit refers to a local group of people who actively resist an occupying force through various means such as guerrilla warfare or sabotage.

Sample Sentences:

• The resistance unit fought bravely against the invaders, causing significant disruption to their operations.
• The leader of the resistance unit organized attacks on enemy supply lines.

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