Exploring Magnetic Properties of Liquid State Magnets

In summary, the conversation discusses the distinction between poles in a liquid state magnet and the loss of magnetic property in heated iron. It also mentions materials such as ferrofluids and water in NMR that respond to magnetic fields. The topic of ferromagnetism is brought up and a report of its presence in an undercooled liquid metal is shared. The conversation emphasizes the complexity of magnetism and the importance of specifying the type of magnetism being discussed.
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monty37
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how do we distinguish poles in case of a liquid state magnet ..or do they tend
to lose their magnetic property?
 
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Magnetism is a property not of iron atoms, but of bulk iron. When you heat iron, it loses its magnetism long before it melts.
 
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There are some materials: ferrofluids for example, that respond to magnetic fields. As an extreme example, MRI is used to detect the dipole orientation of (aqueous) hydrogen. I'm not sure if you are thinking of either.

There's not much sense to speak of 'poles' in those cases, since the material can flow.
 
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Ferrofluids do not display ferromagnetism, nor does water in NMR. While "magnetism" is a huge field with many different behaviors, I think it's safest to assume posters are talking about ferromagnetism unless they specify otherwise.
 

1. What are liquid state magnets?

Liquid state magnets are substances that exhibit magnetic properties in their liquid form. They are typically made up of magnetic particles suspended in a liquid solvent.

2. How are liquid state magnets different from traditional solid magnets?

Liquid state magnets have the ability to change shape and flow like a liquid, while traditional solid magnets are rigid and maintain their shape. Additionally, liquid state magnets have unique properties due to the movement of the magnetic particles within the liquid.

3. What is the significance of exploring magnetic properties of liquid state magnets?

Studying liquid state magnets can provide insight into the fundamental principles of magnetism and help develop new technologies and materials with unique properties. They also have potential applications in areas such as medicine, energy storage, and data storage.

4. How are liquid state magnets created?

Liquid state magnets can be created by mixing magnetic particles with a liquid solvent and applying a magnetic field to align the particles. The mixture is then cooled or heated to maintain the liquid state.

5. What are some methods for studying the magnetic properties of liquid state magnets?

Some methods for studying liquid state magnets include magnetic susceptibility measurements, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and Mössbauer spectroscopy. These techniques can provide information about the strength, orientation, and dynamics of the magnetic particles within the liquid.

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