8(b) Classification of Magnetic Materials (5 Marks Answer)
Magnetic materials are classified based on how they respond to a magnetic field. They are mainly divided into three types.
1. Diamagnetic Materials
Diamagnetic materials are substances that are weakly repelled by a magnetic field.
Properties:
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Magnetic susceptibility is negative.
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Magnetic permeability is less than 1.
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They move from strong magnetic field to weak magnetic field.
Examples:
Bismuth, Copper, Silver, Gold.
2. Paramagnetic Materials
Paramagnetic materials are substances that are weakly attracted by a magnetic field.
Properties:
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Magnetic susceptibility is small and positive.
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Magnetic permeability is slightly greater than 1.
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They move from weak magnetic field to strong magnetic field.
Examples:
Aluminium, Platinum, Chromium.
3. Ferromagnetic Materials
Ferromagnetic materials are substances that are strongly attracted by a magnetic field.
Properties:
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Magnetic susceptibility is very high.
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Magnetic permeability is much greater than 1.
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They can be easily magnetized and retain magnetism for a long time.
Examples:
Iron, Cobalt, Nickel.
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