Magnetic field effect on gas particles

In summary, the Larmor precession is the only movement that occurs in gas particles due to a magnetic field, unless the gas contains atoms with a magnetic moment such as hydrogen, helium, or xenon isotopes. In the case of ionized plasma, the magnetic field can also exert a net force on the ions.
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Hi, My question is regarding to the effect of magnetic field on gas particles.As you all know, according to the Larmour precession, each atom has a rotating movement in the magnetic field. Now my question is that except of the Larmour precession described above, is there any gas atom which has other movement(force) throgh gas ??

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The Larmor precession only occurs if the nucleus has a magnetic moment, and most gases do not. Hydrogen does. The common O16 does not, but the rare isotope O17 does.

Not sure what you mean by "rotating movement", either. The effect is a precession of the nucleus (in the case you describe), not an overall atomic movement.

There is a related effect called electron paramagnetic resonance which uses the moment of an unpaired electron in, e.g., organic free radicals.
 
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Helium and (I think) Xenon also have isotopes with magnetic moments. And, of course, Hydrogen.

As marcusl said the precession does not result in an overall net force on the nucleii. However, if the gas is an ionized plasma then the magnetic field will indeed exert a net force on the ions.
 

1. How does a magnetic field affect gas particles?

A magnetic field can cause gas particles to move and align in a particular direction based on their charges. This movement can also result in changes to the pressure and temperature of the gas.

2. Can a magnetic field change the behavior of gas particles?

Yes, a magnetic field can change the behavior of gas particles by exerting a force on them. This can cause the particles to move in a particular direction or align themselves in a specific way.

3. What is the relationship between a magnetic field and gas particles?

A magnetic field and gas particles have a direct relationship as the magnetic field can exert a force on the particles, causing them to move or align in a specific direction. The strength of the magnetic field and the charge of the gas particles also play a role in this relationship.

4. Can a magnetic field affect the speed of gas particles?

Yes, a magnetic field can affect the speed of gas particles by exerting a force on them. This force can either increase or decrease the speed of the particles depending on the direction of the magnetic field and the charge of the particles.

5. What are some real-life applications of the magnetic field effect on gas particles?

The magnetic field effect on gas particles has various real-life applications, such as in gas turbines, where the magnetic field can control the flow of gas and improve efficiency. It is also used in gas sensors, where a magnetic field can alter the behavior of gas particles and detect their presence. Additionally, magnetic fields are utilized in plasma physics research to study the behavior of ionized gases.

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