Calculating Magnetic Moment of Nickel per Kg

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The discussion revolves around calculating the magnetic moment of nickel per kilogram, utilizing its atomic magnetic moment and atomic weight. Participants explore the necessary parameters and relationships involved in the calculation.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants question the necessity of density in the calculation and discuss the use of Avogadro's number to relate atomic weight to mass in kilograms. There are inquiries about the mass of an atom of nickel and how to convert between atomic mass units and kilograms.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with participants providing insights and clarifications regarding the relationships between atomic properties and mass. Some guidance has been offered on the use of Avogadro's number, but no consensus or complete solution has emerged.

Contextual Notes

Participants are navigating the constraints of the problem, including the lack of provided equations and the need to understand the conversion between atomic mass units and kilograms.

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Homework Statement



For nickel, which has an atomic magnetic moment of 0.61 and an atomic weight of 58.7, calculate the magnetic moment per kilogram of the material

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The Attempt at a Solution



Do I not need density to use formula for saturation magnetization and manulipate to work out magnetic monent?
 
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You don't need the density as you don't need a volume.

How many atoms of nickel are there in 1kg?

If the magnetic moments are all aligned, ...
 
Ok do I use avogardos number? Multiply that by atomic weight and divide into 1kg? Thanks for reply
 
Not in the way you described it, but yes you'll need the Avogadro number.
 
Cracking up, solution please
 
An atom of nickel has a mass of 58.7 u.
What is the mass of 1u, expressed in kg? Or alternatively, the mass of 1kg, expressed in u?
As a result of that, what is the mass of one atom of nickel in kg?
How many atoms do you need for 1kg?
 
Thanks!
 

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