Question 34
MagnetismA bar magnet is most effectively demagnetized by
- A.placing it in a N − S position and hitting it with a hammer
- B.subjecting it to an electric current from a battery
- C.bringing its north pole in contact with the north pole of a very strong magnet
- D.heating the magnet.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (heating the magnet.)
Explanation
Strong heating makes the domains vibrate out of line and destroys the magnetism completely.