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Why are some objects attracted to magnets while other objects are not?
Wiki User
∙ 7y ago
Some objects are not attracted by magnets because they are not metalic. If the Magnet just attracts metalic minerals, definitely only metalic are attracted and not non-metalic..
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Wiki User
∙ 7y agoThose that are attracted to magnets have MAGNETIC DOMAINS - groups of atoms where the magnetic field of individual atoms are all aligned.
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What are the property of magnets?
Opposite poles of magnets attract each other while like poles repel. So... North is attracted to South but two Norths repeal and two Souths repel. Magnets are also attracted to magnetic substances such as Iron and Nickel. Basically, magnets have two poles, they come in various shapes and attract/repel other magnets.
Why are some objects attracted to a magnet while others are not?
Objects that are attracted to a magnet are ferrous metals. This means they are composed of elements like iron, nickel, and silver.
Do magnets have an east and west pole?
No, magnets have a north and south pole. The north pole of one magnet is attracted to the south pole of another magnet, while like poles repel each other.
Why is iron magnetic and other metals like platinum or vanadium not magnetic?
To understand this we need to understand the magnetic properties of material. There are 3:-Ferromagnetic.Paramagnetic.Diamagnetic.Ferromagnetic substances which are easily attracted to magnets. Paramagnetic substances are those which are weakly attracted to magnets. Diamagnetic substances are not attracted to magnets. So Palladium falls in the third category while iron is ferromagnetic.
Why do magnets only attract to certain metals?
Magnets rely on the semi-free transfer of electrons between the magnet itself and the magnetic object allowing the molecules to be aligned to the same orientation as the magnet. Metals are the most common source of such a material but are not the only elements out there that react to a magnetic field.
What can magnets pick up?
A 'tin can' is actually made of steel, which is a magnetic alloy of iron. There is sometimes a layer of tin (or zinc), electroplated onto the surface, so the name is misleading. It is more properly a 'tinned' can as it is a steel can which has been 'tinned' to stop it from corroding.
What is an example of a situation where it would be best to use certain types of magnets to attract different types of objects?
Electro magnets can be used to attract metals temperarily while permanent magnet would be used for compasses.
Why aren't all atoms magnets?
While electrons behave like magnets, not all atoms are magnets. Electrons typically pair up with spins opposite each other making their fields cancel each other.
Will a magnet attract an iron nail?
Yes, While there are many different types of magnets and magnetic material, the most common elements that can hold a magnetic charge naturally (ferromagnetic) include "Iron" "Cobalt" and "Nickel"
Difference between magnetic and non-magnetic materials?
Simple answer: Magnetic materials are affeted by magnets while non magnetic materials are not Advanced: Magnetic (or paramagnetic) materials have unpaired electrons, causing atoms to align in a certain pattern when a magnet is introduced
Can non contact forces be exerted while objects are in contact?
Of course. You and the Earth are mutually attracted by gravitational forces even when you're standing on the ground.
Why is a paper clip attracted to a magnet while is pencil is not?
The paper clip is usually metallic - and will most likely contain iron.
