Question 35
MagnetismI. It retains its magnetism much longer than steel.
II. It is more easily magnetized than steel.
III. It is more easily demagnetized than steel.
IV. It produces a stronger magnet than steel.
Which combination of the above makes iron preferable to steel in the making of electromagnets?
- A.I and II only
- B.II and III only
- C.I, III and IV only
- D.II, III and IV only.
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Answer: B (II and III only)
Explanation
An electromagnet must switch on and off, so its core must magnetise and demagnetise easily: soft iron does both, unlike steel.