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, but some of them are different shapes. pair 1 pair 2 s n n s n s s n └0.7 cm┘ └0.7 cm┘ 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 smaller in pair 1. the magnitude of the magnetic force is smaller in pair 2. the magnitude of the magnetic force is the same in both pairs.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall magnetic - force factors

The magnetic force between two magnets depends on the magnetic properties of the materials (same for both pairs here), the orientation of the poles, and the distance between the magnets.

Step2: Analyze given pairs

In both Pair 1 and Pair 2, the magnets have the same pole - to - pole distance (0.7 cm) and the same pole orientations (N - S or S - N). Since the materials are the same and the key factors affecting the magnetic force (pole orientation and distance) are identical for both pairs.

Answer:

The magnitude of the magnetic force is the same in both pairs.