Electrical anisotropy

Electrical anisotropy refers to the property of a material that causes it to conduct electric current differently depending on the direction of the current flow. In simple terms, while some materials conduct electricity equally well in all directions (isotropic), anisotropic materials have varying conductivity based on the direction of the electrical field. This characteristic is important in fields like geology, materials science, and engineering, as it can affect how electricity flows in natural resources, electronic components, or during the design of circuits and materials. Understanding this property helps in optimizing performance in various applications.