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emf

emf

7 8.8
A voltage that a battery or generator gives to an electric circuit
  • noun
  • /ˌiːɛmˈɛf/
  • Specialized
translation icon : fuerza electromotriz
  • The technician measured the emf produced by the circuit to ensure it was functioning properly.
  • EMF exposure
  • EMF health effects
  • EMF sources

Examples

  • I set up my device to monitor EMF readings.

    Pennhurst (2012)

  • The EMF meter is on.

    Malibu Horror Story (2023)

  • But that is exactly the EMF we got before.

  • And it's a great way to test the EMF load.

  • The EMF reader's getting some really strong signals.

    Demon Tongue (2016)

  • EMF readings in the kitchen were quite high also.

    Crispy's Curse (2017)

  • Turning on a light switch, using electrical appliances, and even turning off an alarm clock are examples of EMF exposure sources.

    Academic text (2002)

  • Virtually everyone in a modern society is exposed to EMFs because they occur whenever electricity is used.

    Academic text (2002)

  • In fact, individuals are exposed to EMFs whenever they turn on light switches or use computers, toasters, or other electrical appliances.

    Academic text (1997)

  • Extremely low frequency electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) are produced by power lines, electrical wiring, and electrical equipment.

    Academic text (2002)

Synonyms

electromotive force
vsemf
  • Specialized
6.4

Energy from a source that makes electricity flow in a circuit, measured in volts

is the same concept but expressed as a short technical label

Surface Forms

emf singular
emfs plural

Etymology

The word emf is short for electromotive force: electro- means 'electric', motive means 'to move', and force means 'a push'. So emf is an 'electric push' that gives energy to each charge in a circuit, and that is why we measure it in volts.