induced emf
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A voltage generated in a conductor when it experiences a changing magnetic field.
Usage notes
The faster the magnetic field changes, the greater the induced emf, a relationship described by Faraday's law.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Moving the magnet quickly through the coil produced a larger _____ than moving it slowly."
Answer: induced emf
In your own words, what does "induced emf" mean?
A voltage generated in a conductor when it experiences a changing magnetic field.
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