Magnetic Susceptibility VS. Relative Permeability

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the differences between magnetic susceptibility and relative permeability, including their definitions and applications in magnetic materials. Participants express confusion regarding the concepts and seek clarification.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks for the difference between magnetic susceptibility and relative permeability, as well as their applications in magnetic materials.
  • Another participant suggests that the definitions can be found in sources and questions the need for further explanation.
  • A different participant expresses confusion over the definitions and requests a clearer explanation, noting that the terms seem similar.
  • One participant states that one term relates to magnets while the other pertains to magnetic fields.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There appears to be no consensus, as participants express varying levels of understanding and confusion regarding the concepts, with some seeking clarification and others questioning the need for it.

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What is the difference between the two and what are the applications of them in a magnetic material?
 
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Presumably you have looked up the definitions of the terms ... the same sources should provide examples.
So what is the problem?

(note: sounds like the sort of question that gets asked for homework).
 
I have and the explanations of the two have confused me. To me they both sound like the samething. Can you give me a clear explanation of the two?
 
One is to do with magnets, and the other to do with magnetic fields.
 

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