Biomagnetism

/ˌbaɪoʊˈmæɡnətɪzəm/ noun

The study or phenomenon of magnetic fields produced by living organisms, or the interaction between living systems and magnetic fields.

From bio- + magnetism (from magnet). Emerged as a scientific field in the mid-20th century when researchers developed instruments sensitive enough to measure biological magnetic effects.

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