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Substances which have permeability less than the permeability of free space are known as_____________?

Correct answer: C. diamagnetic

  • A. ferromagnetic
  • B. paramagnetic
  • C. diamagnetic
  • D. bipolar

Explanation

Diamagnetic substances oppose an applied magnetic field and have permeability lower than the permeability of free space, so μᵣ < 1. Ferromagnetic and paramagnetic materials have relative permeability greater than unity.

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