gyromagnetic

/ˌdʒaɪroʊmæɡˈnɛtɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to the magnetic properties of a spinning charged particle, such as an electron or atomic nucleus.
    • Gyromagnetic effects are important in designing MRI machines.
    • The gyromagnetic ratio of an electron is a fundamental constant in physics.
    • Scientists used gyromagnetic resonance to study the structure of the molecule.
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