The magnetic action of the earth, whereby every particle of soft iron in certain positions is converted into a magnet.
·Impf & ·p.p. of <<Induce>>. ...
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·noun The science which treats of magnetic phenomena. II. Magnetism ·noun Power of attraction; powe...
·add. ·- A current due to variation in the magnetic field surrounding its conductor. ...
·noun The magnetism developed by a current of electricity; the science which treats of the developme...
The property of attraction and repulsion belonging to magnetized iron. (See induced magnetism.) ...
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