resistance
Resistance is a general term denoting opposition to the flow of something or to a change in a system. In physics, it refers to a property that impedes electric current. In biology, it describes the ability of organisms to withstand a threat such as a pathogen or a drug. In social and political contexts, resistance denotes organized opposition to authority, policy, or norms.
In electrical circuits, resistance measures how strongly a material opposes current. It is measured in ohms (Ω).
Thermal resistance describes how difficult it is for heat to flow between bodies; it is analogous to
Biological resistance commonly refers to antibiotic or antimicrobial resistance, where pathogens acquire traits that reduce drug
In politics and social movements, resistance encompasses organized actions to oppose or undermine policies, governments, or