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A field like magnetic field has energy content, so it has energy field.
Is it wrong to use the word "energy field" in physics and why?
Is it wrong to use the word "energy field" in physics and why?
"Energy field" is a woo woo term, not a physics termseazal said:A field like magnetic field has energy content, so it has energy field.
Is it wrong to use the word "energy field" in physics and why?
seazal said:A field like magnetic field has energy content, so it has energy field.
Is it wrong to use the word "energy field" in physics and why?
Not really. There is an electromagnetic field which has an associated energy density, but the energy is seen as a property of the electromagnetic field rather than a separate field on its own. The electromagnetic field has several other properties in addition to the energy density.seazal said:The above context of "energy field" is used correctly and meaningfully, is it not?
It is not a fallacy at all. Poynting’s theorem shows pretty clearly that a static magnetic field has energy, and also shows how to remove that energy. This energy is readily apparent when a superconducting magnet quenches and rapidly dissipates it.diogenesNY said:Imbuing static magnetic fields with energy is one of the fallacies often indulged in by Free Energy enthusiasts.
Dale said:Not really. There is an electromagnetic field which has an associated energy density, but the energy is seen as a property of the electromagnetic field rather than a separate field on its own. The electromagnetic field has several other properties in addition to the energy density.
I am not aware of any professional scientists using this terminology. Is there any particular motivation for saying “the energy field” instead of “the field’s energy” (density)?
I don’t think there is one.seazal said:What kind of energy in physics where it has a separate field of its own?
Or discard it. We have discarded many other medieval concepts. This seems like one that is already gone.seazal said:It is a medieval term which we must upgrade to modern form.
Dale said:I don’t think there is one.
Or discard it. We have discarded many other medieval concepts. This seems like one that is already gone.
Do you think that you, single-handedly, are going to change physics nomenclature? Weird.seazal said:so the term "energy field".. can mean "energy region". Hence it is not incorrect to use the term "energy field" to describe "energy region"?
seazal said:so the term "energy field".. can mean "energy region". Hence it is not incorrect to use the term "energy field" to describe "energy region"?
Drakkith said:What do you want us to tell you? Can you use the term "energy field"? Absolutely. Is it wrong to use it? No, as there is no body within the mainstream scientific community that will come tape your mouth shut and slap you on the wrist for using it. Will you get odd looks from scientists and others for using it? Yes, as no one uses it that way and using it will almost certainly lead to many misunderstandings and be frustrating for others.
The concept of energy fields in physics refers to the idea that energy can be stored and transferred between objects or particles, creating a force field that affects their behavior and interactions. This concept is based on the fundamental laws of physics, such as the law of conservation of energy and the principles of electromagnetism.
Energy fields can cause particles to move, accelerate, or change direction, depending on the type and strength of the field. For example, a gravitational field can cause objects to fall towards the center of the field, while an electric field can cause charged particles to attract or repel each other.
Some common examples of energy fields include gravitational fields, electric fields, magnetic fields, and electromagnetic fields. These fields can be created by objects with mass, electric charge, or moving electric charges, and they can have a significant impact on the behavior of particles within their influence.
Energy fields and potential energy are closely related concepts. Potential energy is the energy that an object possesses due to its position or configuration in a field. For example, an object at the top of a hill has a higher potential energy due to its position in the Earth's gravitational field. As the object moves towards the bottom of the hill, it converts potential energy into kinetic energy.
Energy fields play a crucial role in understanding the behavior of the universe. They are essential in explaining many natural phenomena, such as the orbits of planets, the formation of stars and galaxies, and the behavior of subatomic particles. By studying energy fields, scientists can gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental laws of physics and how they govern the behavior of the universe.