electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈne-tik 
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
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Schumann Resonance Time Acceleration Schumann resonances are natural, low-frequency electromagnetic hums that form in the cavity between Earth’s surface and the ionosphere (50-600 miles above the surface).
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Rather than using projectiles for a kinetic kill, these weapons rely on electromagnetic energy to disable a target through heat, disruption of internal electrical systems, or blinding of sensors such as optics and radar.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2025
This strengthens and organizes one’s electromagnetic field, which can be sensed at a distance.
—Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
An induction element comprises a metal wire coil, usually copper, that generates an electromagnetic field.
—Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Rather than using projectiles for a kinetic kill, these weapons rely on electromagnetic energy to disable a target through heat, disruption of internal electrical systems, or blinding of sensors such as optics and radar.
—Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2025
This strengthens and organizes one’s electromagnetic field, which can be sensed at a distance.
—Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
An induction element comprises a metal wire coil, usually copper, that generates an electromagnetic field.
—Ian Baker
august 26, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2025
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“Electromagnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electromagnetic. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈnet-ik
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
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electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
-mag-ˈnet-ik
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
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