GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

MAGNETISM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a temporary magnet?
A
An electromagnet
B
A needle you magnetized yourself
C
A magnetic rock
D
A compass
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An electromagnet is called a temporary magnet because it produces a magnetic field only when the current flows in its coil. The magnetic field vanishes when the current is switched off.

Detailed explanation-2: -Temporary magnets include paperclips, iron nails, and other similar items.

Detailed explanation-3: -Electromagnets behave as a magnet only when electric current flows through them. So, they are temporary magnets.

Detailed explanation-4: -An electromagnet is a temporary magnet.

Detailed explanation-5: -An electro magnet is a temporary magnet made by winding wire around an iron core. When current flows in the coil the iron becomes a magnet, and when the current is turned off it looses it’s magnetic properties. Suggest Corrections.

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