Is the external magnetic plane of an NMR pronounced as B sub zero or B initial?

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Start date May 22, 2010
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The external magnetic plane of an NMR is denoted as B_0_. There is a debate on its pronunciation, with some preferring "B zero" while others consider "B initial" to be correct. The consensus leans towards "B zero" as the more commonly accepted term. Clarification on this pronunciation can help avoid confusion in discussions about NMR terminology. Understanding the correct pronunciation enhances communication in the field of nuclear magnetic resonance.

May 22, 2010

Ajeezy

I know the external magnetic plane of a machine such as an NMR is denoted as B_0_ but is that pronounced by B sub zero or B initial?

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May 23, 2010

tiny-tim

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Hi Ajeezy!

I always pronounce it "B zero".

May 24, 2010

Ajeezy

Thanks tiny tim. I felt that b initial was right but I've been reading into and b zero or b sub zero seems correct. Thanks again

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