Definition of "gauss" [gauss]

• The centimeter-gram-second unit of magnetic flux density, equal to one maxwell per square centimeter. (noun)

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• "You have to imagine the flash as a kind of gauss curve ... when it's not synced you see only up to 10% of power before the curtain is closed again."
• "By convention, these MASIS driven ships have a 3 mega-gauss “South Pole” electromagnet plate at their stern, and a similar “North Pole” in the bow."
• "Even before the smoke cleared, the first few rounds of gauss rifle fire came through the blown-open doors, spraying down the contents of the room."