Physics PYQ 118 of 144 · Magnetism

What is the unit of measure of magnetic field?

  1. ACobalt
  2. BAmpere
  3. COhm
  4. DTesla

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Correct answer: (d) Tesla

Explanation

The SI unit of magnetic field (magnetic flux density, B) is the Tesla (T), where 1 T = 1 Weber per square metre (Wb/m²).

It is named after the scientist Nikola Tesla; the CGS unit Gauss relates as 1 T = 10,000 G.

Ampere measures current and Ohm measures resistance, while 'Cobalt' is an element, not a unit.

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