Question

the images below show two pairs of magnets. the magnets in different pairs do not affect each other. all the magnets shown are made of the same material. pair 1 pair 2 think about the magnetic force between the magnets in each pair. which of the following statements is true? the magnitude of the magnetic force is greater in pair 1. the magnitude of the magnetic force is greater in pair 2. the magnitude of the magnetic force is the same in both pairs.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall magnetic - force principle

The magnetic force between two magnets decreases with the increase of the distance between them.

Step2: Compare distances

In Pair 1, the distance between the magnets is 13.1 mm. In Pair 2, the distance between the magnets is 26 mm. Since 13.1 mm < 26 mm.

Step3: Determine force magnitude

According to the inverse - distance relationship of magnetic force, the closer the magnets, the greater the magnetic force. So the magnetic force in Pair 1 is greater.

Answer:

The magnitude of the magnetic force is greater in Pair 1.