The capacity a material has for transmitting fluids is known as its
A)porosity.
B)permeability.
C)competence.
D)impermeability.

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Permeability is the ability of a material to transmit fluids, while porosity is the measure of how much empty space a material has. Competence refers to a material's ability to withstand deformation or failure, while impermeability refers to the resistance of a material to the flow of fluids.

The Capacity a Material Has for Transmitting Fluids Is Known