Chemistry Transition Elements BUMHS 2024
PMDC Verified Question 10 of 68
Compound attracted into a magnetic field are called
A
Paramagnetic
B
Diamagnetic
C
Polymagnetic
D
Perymagnetic
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option A: Paramagnetic
Concept:

Materials interact with external magnetic fields based on the spin state of their electrons.

Solution:

  • When a compound contains one or more unpaired electrons, the uncancelled electron spins generate a tiny net magnetic moment.


  • When placed in an external magnetic field, these tiny "magnets" align with the field, causing the substance to be weakly attracted to it.


  • Substances exhibiting this behavior are called Paramagnetic.


Why other options are incorrect:

  • Diamagnetic: All electrons are paired; the substance is weakly repelled by a magnetic field.


  • Polymagnetic / Perymagnetic: Made-up distractor terms.

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