Rankers Physics

Magnetic Properties of Matter: Practice Problem & Solution

26. Diamagnetic material in a magnetic field moves: (2003)
From stronger to the weaker parts of the field
From weaker to the stronger parts of the field
Perpendicular to the field
In none of the above directions

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Magnetic Properties of Matter. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

Diamagnetic materials get magnetized in the opposite direction to the applied external magnetic field. Because of this repulsion, they experience a net force moving them from the stronger region to the weaker region of the field.

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