Field Of Force (Noun)
Meaning
The space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The magnet's field of force attracted the iron filings and held them suspended in the air.
- The field of force generated by the high-voltage electrical discharge ionized the surrounding air molecules.
- Scientists measured the field of force around the planet to determine the strength of its magnetic field.
- The field of force around the electrified sphere caused the nearby charged particles to accelerate.
- The spacecraft's instruments detected a strong field of force emanating from the binary star system.