5G30.11 Ferromagnetism, Paramagnetism & Diamagnetism
Aluminum is paramagnetic. Tie a string to the short aluminum cylinder from density samples box. Lower
it between poles of the variable space magnets. The cylinder will line up along a line connecting the
poles of the magnets. To demonstrate diamagnetism tie a sting to the carbon cylinder in the density
sample box. Lower between the poles of the magnet. The cylinder lines up perpendicular to a line
connecting the poles of the magnets. Ferromagnetism can be demonstrated using iron sample. For a
puzzle try suspending a copper sample between the poles of the magnets.
Picture: Not available
Setup: Minimal
Equations: None
Safety Issues: None unless you have medical implants that could be affected by strong magnets.