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Magnetic Effects of Electric Current — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceMagnetic Effects of Electric Current1 Mark
Question
The metallic pointer of a plotting compass gets deflected only when it is placed near a bar magnet because the pointer has:
  1. Electromagnetism.
  2. Permanent magnetism.
  3. Induced magnetism.
  4. Ferromagnetism.
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Answer

  1. Permanent magnetism.

Explanation:

The needle of a compass is made of permanent magnetic materials.

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