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Magnetic
Magnetic (pronunciation: /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/) is a term that describes the property of attraction or repulsion that arises between electrically charged particles because of their motion. It is one of the fundamental properties of matter.
Etymology
The term "magnetic" comes from the Greek word "magnetis lithos", which means "magnesian stone". This term was used to describe a type of iron ore found in Magnesia, a region in ancient Greece.
Related Terms
- Magnetism: The force exerted by a magnetic field.
- Magnetic Field: A region around a magnetic material or a moving electric charge within which the force of magnetism acts.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): A medical imaging technique used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and the physiological processes of the body.
- Magnetite: A type of iron ore that is naturally magnetic.
- Electromagnetism: The interaction of electric currents or fields and magnetic fields.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Magnetic
- Wikipedia's article - Magnetic
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