plural of Nernst effect

(physics, chemistry) A thermoelectric (or thermomagnetic) phenomenon observed when a sample allowing electrical conduction is subjected to a magnetic field and a temperature gradient normal (perpendicular) to each other. An electric field will be induced normal to both.

(philosophy) The situation where an otherwise legitimate act (for example, relieving a terminally ill patient's pain) may also cause an effect one would otherwise be obliged to avoid (e.g. sedation and a slightly shortened life).

The phenomenon whereby a person attempting to diet will eat a larger amount of a healthy alternative than they would of the normal food.

plural of edge effect

(ecology) A change in population or community structures that occurs at the boundary of two or more habitats.

plural of Root effect

Alternative form of Purkinje effect

Alternative form of Purkinje effect

plural of Purkyne effect