Gauss

Gauss (unit)

Gauss (symbol: G) is a unit of magnetic field strength or magnetic flux density in the centimetre–gram–second system of units (CGS). Named after the German mathematician and physicist Carl Friedrich Gauss, it is equivalent to 1 maxwell per square centimetre.

Pronunciation

Gauss is pronounced as /ɡaʊs/ (rhymes with 'house').

Etymology

The unit is named after Carl Friedrich Gauss, who contributed significantly to the study of magnetism and electromagnetism.

Related Terms

• Magnetic field
• Magnetic flux density
• Centimetre–gram–second system of units
• Maxwell (unit)

See Also

• Tesla (unit)
• Magnetic field strength
• Magnetic flux

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Gauss
• Wikipedia's article - Gauss

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