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It needs to be made of a magnetic material, such as iron.Such materials are magnetic because they form magnetic domains, in which atoms align with one another (with respect to their axis of rotation).

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Q: What does an object need to be attracted to a magnet?
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If an object a is attracted to a magnet does the abject a have a charge?

Charge is an electric field, A magnet has a magnetic field. If an object is attracted by a magnet it does not signify whither or not it has a charge.


Which object will be strongly attracted to a magnet?

Anything with iron in it.


How do you know if an object is going to be attracted to a magnet?

Metals and other magnets are the only objects that are attracted to magnets. However, many metals are NOT attracted to magnets. Copper, stainless steel, brass, gold, silver, zinc, and aluminum are a few metals that are NOT attracted to magnets. The best way to discover if the object will be attracted to a magnet is to introduce it to a magnet.


Does weight size or texture affect whether or not the object is attracted to a magnet?

NO!


What sticks to a temporary magnet?

Anything that is attracted to a permanent magnet will be attracted to (sticks to) a temporary magnet.


What objects are atracted to a magnet?

Every object is attracted by magnets. Some more, some much less.


Is phosphorus attracted by magnet?

Phosphorus is not a ferrous metal and cannot be attracted by magnet.


What material must be found in an object in order for a magnet be attracted to it?

iron,steel,metal,colbalt,and of course magnisium


Would silicon be attracted by a magnet?

No it would not be attracted by a magnet bc it is non metal


What is an object that attracts metal?

It is a magnet or a electro-magnet. If you are trying to use it as a metal detector then you will need a really strong magnet!


Will an objects weight affect whether or not it is attracted to the magnet?

The force of attraction between a magnet and another object is completely unaffected by the object's weight, color, texture, age, density, religion, political affiliation, or gender preference.


Are copper and aluminum not attracted by magnet?

No. Any metal that cannot be a magnet cannot be attracted by one.