Paramagnetic & Ferromagnetic

[Zinc]

What is the difference between paramagnetic materials and their behaviour in magnetic fields?? Thanks a lot for the help...having a magnetism test 2 days from now

 

[siddharth]

Have you searched on the internet for the information?

 

[kyle8921]

Paramagnetic materials are substances that are weakly attracted to magnetic fields. This is due to the presence of unpaired electrons in their atoms, which can align with the external magnetic field. However, once the external field is removed, the material loses its magnetic properties.

On the other hand, ferromagnetic materials are strongly attracted to magnetic fields and can retain their magnetization even after the external field is removed. This is because ferromagnetic materials have a large number of unpaired electrons that can spontaneously align with each other, creating a strong magnetic field.

The main difference between paramagnetic and ferromagnetic materials is the strength of their response to magnetic fields. Paramagnetic materials have a weak response, while ferromagnetic materials have a much stronger response.

In terms of behavior in magnetic fields, paramagnetic materials will align with the external field, but their magnetization will be temporary. Ferromagnetic materials, on the other hand, will align with the external field and retain their magnetization even after the field is removed.

I hope this helps with your upcoming test! Remember to study and understand the properties and behavior of these materials in magnetic fields. Good luck!