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Microvolt
Microvolt (Pronunciation: mi·cro·volt | \ ˈmī-krō-ˌvōlt\) is a unit of electric potential or voltage, equal to one millionth (10-6) of a volt. It is commonly used in the field of Electrophysiology to measure the electrical activity of cells and tissues.
Etymology
The term "Microvolt" is derived from the Greek word micros, meaning small, and the Italian scientist Alessandro Volta, who is credited with the invention of the electric battery.
Related Terms
- Volt: The base unit of electric potential in the International System of Units (SI). It is equal to one joule per coulomb.
- Millivolt: A unit of electric potential equal to one thousandth (10-3) of a volt.
- Electrophysiology: The study of the electrical properties of biological cells and tissues.
- Electrocardiography: A commonly used, noninvasive procedure for recording electrical changes in the heart. The unit of measurement is often in microvolts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Microvolt
- Wikipedia's article - Microvolt
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