Magnetoreception

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of magnetoception. alt-of, alternative, uncountable

    "The ability to sense the Earth’s magnetic field—a trait known as magnetoreception—is well documented among many animals, but researchers have struggled to show that humans are also capable of the feat. Until now."

Synonyms

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magnetosensing

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"The ability to sense the Earth’s magnetic field—a trait known as magnetoreception—is well documented among many animals, but researchers have struggled to show that humans are also capable of the feat. Until now."

Etymology

From magneto- + reception.

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