The discussion focuses on calculating the acceleration of a metal object, such as a metal marble, towards a magnet based on its weight and distance from the magnet. The formula for acceleration is established as a = f/m, where 'f' represents the magnetic force and 'm' is the mass of the object. It is confirmed that the magnetic force varies with distance, increasing as the object approaches the magnet, which in turn affects the acceleration experienced by the object at different points in space. The participants seek clarification on how to calculate the magnetic force at specific distances.
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goodname said:Yes, you can calculate the acceleration of the object due to magnetic force(a=f/m). The magnetic force increase as the object moves closer to the magnet which means the magnetic force is the property of space provided by the magnet and is different at different point in space and in turn the acceleration of the object is different in different points in space The acceleration increase as the object approaches the magnet.