flux
flux is a valid 4-letter word worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words with Friends.
What does flux mean?
(physics) the number of changes in energy flow across a given surface per unit area.
In constant change.
“his opinions are in flux”
“the newness and flux of the computer industry”
The rate of flow of energy or particles across a given surface.
A state of uncertainty about what should be done (usually following some important event) preceding the establishment of a new direction of action.
“the flux following the death of the emperor”
The lines of force surrounding a permanent magnet or a moving charged particle.
A flow or discharge.
A substance added to molten metals to bond with impurities that can then be readily removed.
Excessive discharge of liquid from a cavity or organ (as in watery diarrhea).
Move or progress freely as if in a stream.
Mix together different elements.
Become liquid or fluid when heated.