Associations to the word «Magnetometer»

Wiktionary

MAGNETOMETER, noun. (physics) An instrument used to measure the intensity and direction of a magnetic field, especially at points on the Earth's surface.

Dictionary definition

MAGNETOMETER, noun. A meter to compare strengths of magnetic fields.

Wise words

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