| abstract |
A magnetic recording medium is disclosed which comprises a non-magnetic support and a magnetic layer comprising ferromagnetic powder, provided on the support. The magnetic layer contains silicon and aluminum, wherein the silicon content of ferromagnetic powder is not less than 0.1% by weight, and the ratio by weight of silicon to aluminum is not less than 3, and magnetic layer contains a binder having an anionic functional group. n The magnetic recording medium is excellent in the dispersibility of the ferromagnetic powder of the magnetic layer, and in the balance of magnetic characteristics such as S/N ratio, a squareness ratio, and electromagnetic conversion characteristic, while keeping an excellent running durability. |