Inclined Plane Experiment: Iron Ball Attraction and Stopping Behavior

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An iron ball rolling down an inclined plane is attracted to a fixed magnet at the bottom. When two iron balls are released, they stop partway down the plane, potentially due to the first ball becoming magnetized and attracting the second ball. The discussion raises questions about whether the friction generated between the two balls is sufficient to counteract the magnetic attraction. Participants seek to clarify the concept of "avoiding attraction" in this context. The interaction of magnetic forces and friction on the inclined plane is central to understanding the stopping behavior of the balls.
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When an iron ball is allow to roll down the inclined plane such that magnet is fixed at the bottom of plane then rolling ball is attracted towards the magnet. But if two iron balls all allow to roll down then they stop in between on plane. Why
 
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Shot in the dark, but perhaps the first ball is magnetized by the magnet as it approaches, which then attracts the second one towards it, and the friction generated between them (plus the magnetic force?) causes them to stop rolling.
 
I agree with your answer. But is that friction enough to avoid attraction on inclined plane
 
physics.cie said:
I agree with your answer. But is that friction enough to avoid attraction on inclined plane

What do you mean by "avoid attraction on inclined plane"?
 
Attraction towards the magnet
 

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