Magnetic permeability Vs. Magnetic susceptibility

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the difference between magnetic susceptibility and magnetic permeability, exploring whether these terms refer to the same concept or different properties in magnetism. Participants seek clarification on these terms and their interrelation.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire if magnetic susceptibility and permeability mean the same thing and request clarification.
  • One participant expresses a lack of understanding of magnetism, indicating difficulty in grasping the concepts involved.
  • Another participant suggests that the two quantities are different but related, referencing articles from Wikipedia for further reading.
  • There is an encouragement to ask specific questions based on the articles to facilitate understanding.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the definitions or differences between magnetic susceptibility and permeability, and multiple views on their relationship remain present.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of understanding and familiarity with the concepts, indicating potential gaps in foundational knowledge that may affect the discussion.

Keith
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Hi I'm trying to find the difference between magnetic susceptibility and permeability? Do they both mean the same thing? If not, can anyone clear things up for me?
 
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Keith said:
Hi I'm trying to find the difference between magnetic susceptibility and permeability? Do they both mean the same thing? If not, can you clear things up for me?
Hi there Keith

what have you discovered so far in your research on the subject ?Dave
 
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davenn said:
Hi there Keith

what have you discovered so far in your research on the subject ?Dave

I discovered I don't know magnetism well enough to even piece together a conceptual understanding so I'm going to go cry in a corner. lol
 
Keith said:
Hi I'm trying to find the difference between magnetic susceptibility and permeability? Do they both mean the same thing? If not, can anyone clear things up for me?
Keith said:
I discovered I don't know magnetism well enough to even piece together a conceptual understanding so I'm going to go cry in a corner. lol
LOL. I think what Dave is asking is what did you learn from reading the two articles at wikipedia about this? They are different but semi-related quantities, as described by the articles.

Please read through those articles, and ask specific questions about the things that you do not understand in them. :smile:
 

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