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The simple answer: ferro-magnetic materials have small regions that are magnetic while the whole piece is not. A magnet has had these regions lined up.
Quantum physic answer: The electrons orbiting the nucleus of the atom induce a very small magnetic field. Much like an electromagnet. For most atoms this force is negligible compared to other forces in a system. Some heavier atoms that have more electrons will, for some instant, have multiple orbits that line up (or nearly line up). This creates a stronger magnetic field. For that instant the atom acts as a very tiny magnet adding to the magnetic field of "real" magnet.
Each of these tiny magnets must the be aligned, usually with a strong electromagnet.
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What are magnets and artificial magnets?
since magnets are all ready magnetised when found in nature called natural magnet artificial magnets that are made by man are called artificial magnets
What force makes a compass work?
Basically, a magnetised needle on a pivot points towards the magnetic North of the World, based on the attraction of North and South magnets.
Why is steel attracted to a magnet but not brass?
magnets attract steel why then is a compass needle affected by a pice of steel if the steel is not magnetised
What can be magnetised?
ferro magnetic substances can be magnetised. but it is not necessary that all the Ferro magnetic substances can be permanently magnetised. it depends on the alignment of domains in the substance.for example wrought iron can be magnetised permanently but soft iron can only be magnetised temporarily(Electro Magnets).
What is the difference between a weakly magnetised nail and a strongly magnetised nails?
A Weakly magnetised nail will pick up less paper clips then a highly magnetised nail, Hope That Helps:)
How do magnets behave?
Magnets are made from magnetic materials. These are metals that can be magnetised or will be attracted to a magnet. Most materials are not magnetic, but iron, cobalt and nickelare magnetic. Steel is mostly iron, so steel is magnetic too.
What is the difference between a weakly magnetised nail and a strongly magnetised nail?
The strong magnetised nail will pick up more paper clips than the weak magnetised nail.That is because the strong magnetised nail is getting more strength and that means that the weak magnetised nail is getting less strength.in a steel nail there are these things called domains, in a weakly magnetised nail some of them will be pointing north, south, east and west, but however in a strongly magnetised nail all the domains will point to north.
What is a good tongue twister about magnets?
Milky magnets makes marrow more meaty :P
What is electricity of magnets?
your question makes no sense
Can magnets wear out?
Magnets can be destroyed just like any physical object can be destroyed if enough force is applied. Magnets can also be de-magnetised in a number of ways, including heating them, bending them out of shape, or exposing them to electric current.
Does magnets can be found in washing machines?
Yes - there are magnets in the motor assembly. It's what makes the motor turn.
Which liquid makes magnets stop connecting?
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