How Do Non-Magnetic Metals React to Magnetic Fields?

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Non-magnetic metals do not react to static magnetic fields, which is why certain options in the discussion are incorrect. However, when there is relative motion between a magnet and a non-magnetic metal sheet, electromagnetic induction can occur, leading to the generation of eddy currents. This phenomenon explains the interaction despite the metal being non-magnetic. The confusion arises from the relationship between ferromagnetism and electromagnetic induction, as the latter can still affect non-magnetic materials under specific conditions. Understanding eddy currents is key to grasping how non-magnetic metals can exhibit responses in dynamic magnetic fields.
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Options a) and c) are correct . But I don't understand how non magnetic metal reacts to the magnetic field .

Is it in some way related to ferromagnetism ? But then either both b) and d) should be correct or both incorrect ?

If it is about ferromagnetism then relative motion between the magnet and sheet should not play any role .

Option d) is about relative motion between magnet and the sheet . I doubt whether it is in some way related to change of flux .
 

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Jahnavi said:
I don't understand how non magnetic metal reacts to the magnetic field .
They don't, which is why the other answers are not correct.
 
phinds said:
They don't, which is why the other answers are not correct.

Option d) is also given to be correct .
 
Jahnavi said:
Option d) is also given to be correct .
It is correct and as you said, it is due to electromagnetic induction.
 
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cnh1995 said:
It is correct and as you said, it is due to the electromagnetic induction.

How ? It is a sheet not a loop .
 
Jahnavi said:
How ? It is a sheet not a loop .
Look up 'eddy currents'.
 
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