Paramagnetic and diamagnetic substances

[logearav]

Homework Statement

Revered Members,
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Homework Equations

When paramagnetic substances are placed in non uniform magnetic field, they have a tendency to move from weaker to stronger part
Similarly, when diamagnetic substances are placed in non uniform magnetic field, they have a tendency to move from stronger to weaker part.

The Attempt at a Solution

The diagram is wrong because the field is stronger near the poles and weaker away from the poles. But the paramagnetic liquid is moving away from the poles, which is contrary to the property of paramagnetic substance. Similar argument is for diamagnetic liquid too. Members should clarify whether I am right or wrong.

 

[anathema]

Thank you for bringing up this interesting topic. You are correct in your understanding of the behavior of paramagnetic and diamagnetic substances in a non-uniform magnetic field. Paramagnetic substances have a positive magnetic susceptibility, meaning they are attracted to areas of higher magnetic field strength. Diamagnetic substances have a negative magnetic susceptibility, meaning they are repelled by areas of higher magnetic field strength.

In the diagram, the field is indeed stronger near the poles and weaker away from the poles, as you pointed out. This means that the paramagnetic liquid should be moving towards the poles, while the diamagnetic liquid should be moving away from the poles.

It is possible that there is some error in the diagram or in the labeling of the substances. It would be helpful to have more information or context to fully understand the situation. I would suggest double checking the equations and attempting to replicate the results to confirm the behavior of the substances in the given scenario. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and I hope we can continue to discuss and clarify any further questions or concerns.