NEETChemistrySolid State
How does the domain structure in antiferromagnetic substances differ from that in ferromagnetic substances?
Options
- AThe domains are randomly oriented in antiferromagnetic substances.
- BThe domains are aligned in the same direction in antiferromagnetic substances.
- CThe domains are oppositely oriented in antiferromagnetic substances.
- DAntiferromagnetic substances do not have domains.
Correct answer
C. The domains are oppositely oriented in antiferromagnetic substances.
Step-by-step solution
In antiferromagnetic substances, the domain structure is similar to ferromagnetic substances, but the domains are oppositely oriented, leading to the cancellation of magnetic moments.