Magnetic Dipole less than that of the Bohr Magneton

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The discussion centers on the concept of magnetic dipole moments in relation to the Bohr magneton (μB), defined as μB = e ħ / 2 me. Participants confirm that it is indeed possible to have a magnetic dipole moment that is a fraction of a Bohr magneton, such as 0.5 μB. The conversation highlights that the magnetic dipole moment of heavier particles, like protons, is smaller due to their greater mass compared to electrons. It is established that the Bohr magneton serves as the fundamental unit for electrons only.

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Hey there,

The basic unit for magnetic dipoles is the bohr magneton
μB = e ħ / 2 me

Is it possible to have a magnetic dipole moment of a fraction of a bohr magneton, say, 0.5 μB

Is it possible because the mp of a proton is greater than that of an electron, so following the same formula, its dipole moment will be smaller?

Thank you for the help.
 
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The magnetic dipole moment of heavier particles is much smaller, right.
The bohr magneton is the basic unit for electrons only.
 
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Thought so. Thank you very much for clarifying.
 

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