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Magnetism — PHYSICS STD 6 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 6PHYSICSMagnetism3 Marks
Question
Answer the following in detail.
Distinguish between a temporary magnet and a permanent magnet.
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Answer

Temporary magnet
  1. These magnets retain their magnetic property for a short duration of time.
  2. These are made of soft iron.
  3. They lose their magnetic properties once the magnetizing force is removed.
Permanent magnet
  1. These magnets retain their magnetic property always.
  2. These are made of iron, steel, cobalt, nickel, or an alloy callçd ANILCO.
  3. They retain their magnetic properties even after the magnetizing force is removed.

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