Question

What is meant by diamagnetic

materials? Give their examples and

behaviour in uniform and non-uniform

magnetic field.​

Answer 1

Diamagnetic materials are repelled by a magnetic field; an applied magnetic field creates an induced magnetic field in them in the opposite direction, causing a repulsive force. In contrast, paramagnetic and ferromagnetic materials are attracted by a magnetic field.

Answer 2

Answer:

Diamagnetic materials are those materials that are freely magnetized when placed in the magnetic field. However, the magnetization is in the direction opposite to that of the magnetic field. The magnetism that is shown by these materials is known as diamagnetism.

We can relate to diamagnetic materials in our daily lives if we think of substances that are non-magnetic. These include substances such as wood, water, some plastics and few metals as well.