mu-metal en · NOUN
Etymology
From mu + metal; the Greek letter mu (μ) is a symbol for permeability.
Meanings
- (uncountable) An alloy with high magnetic permeability, consisting of nickel (77%) and iron (15%) with traces of copper and molybdenum.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| mumetal | alternative | lexicographic |