de Haas-Van Alphen effect

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English

Etymology

Discovered in 1930 by W. J. de Haas and P. M. van Alphen.

Noun

de Haas-Van Alphen effect

  1. (quantum mechanics) A quantum mechanical effect by which the magnetic susceptibility of a pure metal crystal oscillates as the intensity of the magnetic field is increased.
    Synonym: (initialism) DHVA