Entity: GAUSS
GAUSS is a unit of measurement for magnetic induction in the centimeter-gram-second system, equivalent to 1 × 10—4 tesla. It is a key concept in electromagnetism and physics.
GAUSS
Etymology
The term 'GAUSS' originates from the centimeter-gram-second system of units.
Definition
GAUSS is the unit of measurement for magnetic induction in the centimeter-gram-second system, equivalent to 1 × 10—4 tesla.
Historical Context
The GAUSS unit is part of the Gaussian system of units, inherited from the older centimetre–gram–second electromagnetic units system.
Cultural Significance
GAUSS is a fundamental concept in electromagnetism and physics, playing a crucial role in understanding magnetic fields.
Related Concepts
- Tesla
- Magnetic Flux Density
See Also
A unit of measurement for magnetic induction in the centimeter-gram-second system, equal to the magnetic induction of a field in which one abcoulomb of charge, moving with a velocity perpendicular to the field and equal to one centimeter per second, is acted on by a force of one.