Tesla (T)
Definition
Tesla is the unit used to measure the strength of a magnetic field. One tesla is equal to one newton per ampere-meter.
Analogy
Imagine trying to hold onto your friend's super strong magnet while they pull it away from you with all their might. The amount of force they exert on that magnet is measured in teslas.
Related terms
Gauss (G): Another unit used to measure magnetic fields, with 1 T = 10,000 G.
Magnetic Field Strength: The intensity or magnitude of a magnetic field at a specific point.
Magnetic Flux Density: The amount of magnetic flux per unit area perpendicular to the direction of the magnetic field.
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