induction heating

Definition of induction heating

: heating of material by means of an electric current that is caused to flow through the material or its container by electromagnetic induction

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Recent Examples on the Web Alternatively, d is one of the planets that is likely to be cooked by induction heating from the star's magnetic field, so the greenhouse gases may be unnecessary for boiling off its oceans. — John Timmer, Ars Technica, "Planets of TRAPPIST-1: Complex atmospheres, probably lots of water," 6 Feb. 2018

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“Induction heating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/induction%20heating. Accessed 21 Sep. 2020.

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