Associations to the word «Ferromagnetism»

Wiktionary

FERROMAGNETISM, noun. (physics) The phenomenon whereby certain substances can become permanent magnets when subjected to a magnetic field.

Dictionary definition

FERROMAGNETISM, noun. Phenomenon exhibited by materials like iron (nickel or cobalt) that become magnetized in a magnetic field and retain their magnetism when the field is removed.

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