Heinrich Lenz

Heinrich Lenz was a physicist known for Lenz's Law, which relates to electromagnetism. Lenz's Law states that when an electric current is induced in a conductor by a changing magnetic field, the direction of the induced current will create a magnetic field opposing the change. This means that nature resists changes to its magnetic environment, ensuring stability. Lenz’s principle is fundamental in understanding how electric generators and transformers work, as it helps explain the behavior of coils and magnetic fields in response to movement or varying magnetic influences.