Definition

Relating to the measurement of electric current using a device called a galvanometer.

Example

The galvanometric method is often used in laboratories to measure small electric currents accurately.

Conversation

I just learned about galvanometric measurements in my science class.

Oh, that sounds interesting! What are they used for?

They help in determining electrical currents using a galvanometer.

Wow, I never knew that! Science really has some cool applications.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Galvanometric → It is formed from "galvano-" (from the name of Luigi Galvani, who studied bioelectricity) and "-metric" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure). The word refers to the measurement of electric currents, particularly in relation to galvanism.

Memory Tip

Think of measuring electricity related to Galvani's studies — 'galvano-' connects to his name, and '-metric' means to measure.

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