white plague
The term "white plague" has historical significance in medicine and specific technical relevance in electronics.
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Definition
C1Medicine
(historical)A chronic and often deadly infectious disease caused by a specific bacterium, primarily affecting the lungs.
Example
- In the 19th century, the white plague was one of the leading causes of death.
C2Electronics
(technical)A compound formed when gold and aluminum are heated together, causing increased electrical resistance and potential failure at the junction.
Example
- Engineers must consider the risk of white plague when designing circuits with gold and aluminum components.
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