magnetic field strength
Americannoun
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A vector quantity indicating the ability of a magnetic field to exert a force on moving electric charges. It is equal to the magnetic flux density divided by the magnetic permeability of the space where the field exists. It is measured in amperes per meter.
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Also called magnetic intensity
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See more at magnetic flux density
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The Hall resistance, obtained by dividing this voltage by current, increases as the magnetic field strength increases.
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2024
These bilayers amplified the motion of the hydrogels, making it easier for the magnetometer to track changes in magnetic field strength.
From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2024
"The greater the change in magnetic field strength generated by the three scanner coils, the faster information about the position of hydrogen atoms can be recorded," Baadsvik says.
From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2024
What is the magnetic field strength created at its center?
From Textbooks • Aug. 12, 2015
The sunspots, sometimes visible to the naked eye at sunset, are cooler regions of enhanced magnetic field strength.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
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