Etymology

Nernst effect

Today it means: A thermoelectric (or thermomagnetic) phenomenon observed when a sample allowing electrical conduction is subjected to a magnetic field and a temperature gradient normal (perpendicular) to each other. An electric field will be induced normal to both. Full definition →

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After Walther Hermann Nernst (1864-1941), German chemist.

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