Magnetic Ordering

Magnetic ordering refers to the alignment of magnetic moments in materials, which occurs primarily at low temperatures. In simple terms, every atom can behave like a tiny magnet, but at higher temperatures, these "tiny magnets" point in random directions, canceling each other out. As the temperature drops, they begin to align in a coordinated manner, resulting in distinct magnetic properties, such as ferromagnetism (where they all align in the same direction) or antiferromagnetism (where adjacent moments oppose each other). This phenomenon is crucial in understanding the magnetic behavior of materials in fields like physics, material science, and technology.