Weber

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Weber is a unit of magnetic flux in the International System of Units (SI). Named after the German physicist Wilhelm Eduard Weber, it is used in the measurement of magnetic fields.

Definition[edit | edit source]

The Weber is defined in terms of the Ampere and the meter. One Weber is equal to one Ampere per second flowing through a loop of wire one meter in circumference.

Usage[edit | edit source]

The Weber is used in the field of Electromagnetism to measure magnetic flux. It is also used in the design and analysis of electric motors and transformers.

Related Units[edit | edit source]

The Weber is related to other units of measurement in the SI system. For example, one Weber is equal to one Volt-second. It is also equal to 10^8 Maxwells, the unit of magnetic flux in the CGS system.

See Also[edit | edit source]


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