magnetization
[mag-ni-tuh-zey-shuh n]
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noun
the process of magnetizing or the state of being magnetized.
Electricity. the magnetic moment per unit volume induced by any external magnetic field: measured in amperes per meter. Symbol: M
Origin of magnetization
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It was only during the time of magnetization or demagnetization that these effects were produced.
The state of a magnet which has reached the highest degree of magnetization.
Hawkins Electrical Guide, Number OneNehemiah Hawkins
It is attracted by a magnet and may be magnetized, but the magnetization is quickly lost.
The magnetic permeability decreases as the magnetization increases.
Hawkins Electrical Guide, Number OneNehemiah Hawkins
This suggests that the rotation is proportional to the intensity of magnetization, and not to the magnetic force.
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