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It all depends on the material's small magnetic fields called domains. If a group of domains point one way and another group points the a different way, then the material is magnetic. If every single domain is pointing the same way then it is a magnet. If the domains are random then it is a nonmagnetic material.
Pure Iron is a material that will easily be lifted up by a magnet. This because of its structure, the bonds between the atoms. The magnet will attract all, due to a "weak" bonding. The atoms in the Iron will simply change charge so that they are attracted to a magnet regardless of North or South on the magnet..
When one mixes in other metals with Iron, say Chrome, the Chrome will cause the Iron atoms to be bonded very tightly to it. This mean that the Iron atoms can not any longer shift charges or turn in any way, and hence due to the "random" structure there will be (or at least can be) equally as many atoms that attracts to the magnet and push the magnet away. Then the material is non-magnetic.
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Are all metals attracted to magnets?
Magnets attract to ferrous metals such as iron, nickel, cobalt, certain steels and other alloys.
Why do some metals act as permanent magnets?
Some metals act as permanent magnets because they have strong magnetic pull. This is just a property it is naturally created with.
Why can some metals act as permanent magnets?
Some metals can act as permanent magnets because they are able to hold a magnetic charge. These include iron, steel, and copper.
What metals reacts to magnets?
Magnets attract ferromagnetic metals, alloys, oxides or other compounds; examples are: iron, cobalt, nickel, dysprosium, iron oxides, some compounds of lanthanides etc.
Any metal that is attracted to magnets?
iron,nickel,cobalt,zinc,copper,brass are some examples that can attract metals.
Are all metals attracted to magnets?
Magnets attract to ferrous metals such as iron, nickel, cobalt, certain steels and other alloys.
What are the only metals that can be magnets?
Iron, Nickel, and Cobalt. Also some of the rare earth metals, like Samarium
Do magnets stick on all metals?
Iron (Fe), Nickel (Ni), Cobalt (Co) and some alloys are the only metals that respond to magnetism.
What are some metals that are attracted to magnets?
electromagnatism
What metals do not attract to magnets?
Metals except Iron (Fe), Nickel (Ni), Cobalt (Co) and some of their alloys are not attracted by magnets....
Why do some metals act as permanent magnets?
Some metals act as permanent magnets because they have strong magnetic pull. This is just a property it is naturally created with.
Why can some metals act as permanent magnets?
Some metals can act as permanent magnets because they are able to hold a magnetic charge. These include iron, steel, and copper.
Are magnets metal?
Some magnets are metal. Not all magnets are metal (though I can't offhand think of any magnets that don't at least contain metal), and not all metals are magnets.
Which objects have magnets in them?
Many objects have magnets in them. Electric motors and speakers use them. Refrigerator magnets and similar objects use magnets. The magnetron of a microwave oven usually contains two large magnets. Even some types of fake earrings use magnets.
What metals reacts to magnets?
Magnets attract ferromagnetic metals, alloys, oxides or other compounds; examples are: iron, cobalt, nickel, dysprosium, iron oxides, some compounds of lanthanides etc.
What magnets reacts to certain metals?
Magnets attract ferromagnetic metals, alloys, oxides or other compounds; examples are: iron, cobalt, nickel, dysprosium, iron oxides, some compounds of lanthanides etc.
What metals do magnets only attract?
Ferrous metals, such as: Iron (Fe) Cobalt (Co) and some alloys respond to magnetism. Aluminum responds to electromagnetic eddy currents.
