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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]
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Magnetic Properties of Matter

Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2] · Physics · Magnetic Properties of Matter

Identify the correct statements from the following.

Identify the correct statements from the following.

Options

  1. ADiamagnetism arises from the partial alignment of permanent magnetic moments.
  2. BThe magnetic field generated by an induced magnetic moment is directed opposite to the applied field.
  3. CIn free space, the magnetizing field intensity HH remains always zero.
  4. DDiamagnetism is present in all materials.

Correct answer

D. Diamagnetism is present in all materials.

Step-by-step solution

Diamagnetism arises due to the induced change in the orbital motion of electrons when an external magnetic field is applied. It does not arise from permanent magnetic moments. Thus, statement (1) is incorrect.

According to Lenz's law, the induced magnetic moment in a diamagnetic material develops in a direction such that it opposes the applied magnetic field. Thus, statement (2) is correct.

In free space, the magnetic induction BB and magnetizing field intensity HH are related by B=μ0HB = \mu_0 H. If a magnetic field exists in free space, HH is non-zero. Thus, statement (3) is incorrect.

Since all materials are made of atoms containing orbiting electrons, diamagnetism is a universal property present in all materials. In paramagnetic and ferromagnetic materials, the weak diamagnetic effect is simply masked by stronger magnetic effects. Thus, statement (4) is correct.
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