The Design and Use of Permanent Magnets and Electromagnets
 

The Design and Use of Permanent Magnets and Electromagnets problem 16


In which way are a bar magnet and an electromagnet similar?


  • A bar magnet and an electromagnet are always magnetised when stored.


  • A bar magnet and an electromagnet can both be used to separate magnetic and non-magnetic materials.


  • A bar magnet can be made of steel and an electromagnet uses a steel core.


  • The magnetic field strength of a bar magnet and of an electromagnet can both be varied.


 

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