Definition

Relating to the electrostatic force between charged particles, which is a fundamental concept in physics.

Example

The coulomb force is essential in understanding how charged particles interact with each other.

Conversation

Did you learn about the coulomb force in physics class?

Yeah, it was interesting to see how it affects charged particles.

I found it fascinating how coulomb interactions can change things at a microscopic level.

Absolutely! It really helps explain a lot about electricity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A unit of electrical charge in the metric system, defined as the amount of charge transferred by a current of one ampere in one second.

Example

The battery can store a charge of several coulombs.

Conversation

Did you know that a coulomb is the unit of electrical charge?

Yeah, I remember learning that in physics class.

It's interesting how one coulomb is the charge transferred by one ampere in a second.

Root Explanation

Coulomb is named after Charles-Augustin de Coulomb, a French physicist, and does not have a Latin or Greek root. The term refers to the unit of electric charge in the International System of Units (SI), named in his honor for his work in electrostatics.

Memory Tip

Think of Charles-Augustin de Coulomb, the scientist who studied electric charge, to remember that a coulomb is a unit of electric charge.

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