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Electromagnetism
Terms of or pertaining to the physics of electromagnetism. This is defined where electricity and magnetism are combined elements of a phenomenon.
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Electromagnetism
Band
Physics; Electromagnetism
A specific range of wavelengths or frequencies in the electromagnetic spectrum. Radio waves from one of the bands of the electromagnetic spectrum.
Direct current
Physics; Electromagnetism
An electric current in which the electrons flow only in one direction and batteries use direct current.
Gilbert
Physics; Electromagnetism
English scientist who was the first person to study and explain the concepts of electricity and magnetism.
Microwave
Physics; Electromagnetism
A wave of electromagnetic radiation that has wave-lengths that are shorter than radio waves but longer than infrared light.
Diode
Physics; Electromagnetism
A device that allows an electric current to flow in one direction only. They can be used to convert alternating current into direct current.
Phosphorescent
Physics; Electromagnetism
Giving off light as a result of having been struck by electromagnetic radiation, such as visible light or x-rays.
Photon
Physics; Electromagnetism
The particle of energy that makes up light and other forms of electromagnetic radiation. A beam of light is a stream of photons.
