Flux means an imaginary line through which a physical quantity can travel. The word “Flux” is originated from Latin Word ‘Fluxus’ that means flow. Isaac Newton first used this term as fluxion into differential calculus. In mathematics and physics flux is used as the basic and global word.
Types of Flux
Flux can be used in various concepts, such as
Magnetic Flux
It means the numbermagnetic field lines passing through a closed surface. Its SI unit is – Weber and in CGS is – Maxwell. It is denoted as Φm.
Electric Flux
It means the number of electric field lines passing through a closed surface. Its SI unit is – voltmeter. It is denoted as ΦE.
Luminous Flux
It means the line of transmitted visually sensible radiated energy per second. Its SI unit is Lumen (lm).
Radiant Flux or Energy Flux
It means the line of transmitted radiated energy per second from any energy source. Its SI unit is Watt. It is denoted as ΦV.