irreciprocityn.
/ɪrɛsɪˈprɒsɪti/ Absence of reciprocity. irreciprocity of conduction: alteration in the magnitude of an electric current when its direction is reversed.
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irreciprocity of conduction1886
1886 Nature 25 Feb. 407/2 This irreciprocity of conduction obtained only for strong currents and for those of short duration.
1886 Nature 25 Feb. 408/1 This irreciprocity of conduction explained in a most highly interesting manner the powerful effect of the strokes directed outwards of electrical fish.
1888 W. W. H. Gee & H. Holden in London, Edinb., & Dublin Philos. Mag. 5th Ser. 26 133 Here it seems evident that the irreciprocity is due to the gradual formation of a badly-conducting film on the anode.
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