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field strength

noun

, Physics.
  1. the vector sum of all forces exerted by a field on a unit mass, unit charge, unit magnetic pole, etc., at a given point within the field.


field strength

noun

  1. radio television the intensity of an electromagnetic wave at any point in the area covered by a radio or television transmitter
  2. physics the intensity of an electric or magnetic field See intensity
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of field strength1

First recorded in 1895–1900
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Example Sentences

Most sources say that permanent magnets lose their field strength at a rate of 1% per year.

A field rheostat is provided to adjust the field strength of B.

Carefully he nudged the field strength back up, and suddenly there were seven hundred ten pounds indicated thrust.

The field strength of the electromagnets, controlled by rheostats, instantly shaped the charge into a glowing ball of fire!

The slightest variation in field strength triggered an instant response from the ball of energy.

It was known that with a given mass and a given field-strength, one could get an effective speed of an unbelievable figure.

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