Gilbert (unit)
The gilbert (Symbol: Gb) is an obsolete unit used in practical cgs and emu cgs systems to measure magnetization.[1] The unit is named for English physicist William Gilbert.
Definition in magnetization:
- 1 Gb = (1/4π) Bi-turn
Conversion to ampere-turns:
References[]
- ^ a b c Cardarelli, F. (2003). Encyclopaedia of Scientific Units, Weights and Measures. Their SI Equivalences and Origins. London: Springer. pp. 24. ISBN 978-1-4471-1122-1.
Categories:
- Magnetism
- Units of measurement
- Centimetre–gram–second system of units