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Is magnetite a magnet?

No, it's a permanent magnet. It consists of an iron oxide, and iron is a permanent magnet.


Why aren't all iron materials permanent magnets?

When a magnet or iron piece is watched under a powerful microscope we will obseve that a magnet or iron is made up tiny tiny pieces which cannot be further divided realistically such small pieces are known as domains. In a magnet all domains are in the same direction due to which it attracts iron. While in a iron these domains are arranged randomly which nullify its magnetism. When a magnet is brousht near an iron matrial all the domains get attracted to the magnet due to which domains in iron get arranged in a particular direction due to wich at that time they act as magnets but as soon as the magnet gets farther the domains again arrange them selves randomly due to which tey do not remain permanent magnets


How do you make iron permanent magnet?

To make iron into a permanent magnet, it needs to be exposed to a strong magnetic field. This aligns the magnetic domains within the iron, causing them to remain aligned even after the external magnetic field is removed. This process is often achieved by placing the iron in a strong magnetic field while it is heated and then allowed to cool slowly.


Why soft iron is used for making a permanent magnet?

Soft iron is not used for making permanent magnets; instead, it is used as a temporary magnet due to its high magnetic permeability and ability to be easily magnetized/demagnetized. Permanent magnets are typically made from hard magnetic materials like neodymium or ferrite, which can retain their magnetism for a long time.


What is a stroke method of making magnet?

First, grab an iron nail. Next, grab a bar magnet. Stroke the iron nail with the bar magnet at least 20 times. You can increase the strength by stroking it more. Now, bring the iron nail near some paper clips. It attracts them! Science is cool!

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Is magnetite a temporary magnet?

No, it's a permanent magnet. It consists of an iron oxide, and iron is a permanent magnet.


Is magnetite a magnet?

No, it's a permanent magnet. It consists of an iron oxide, and iron is a permanent magnet.


What is the permanent magnet?

neodymium-iron-boron


When a piece of iron behaves like a magnet when it is touching a permanent magnet that is called?

The process by which a iron piece touching a permanent magnet behaves as a magnet as long as it maintains contact is called magnetic induction. not only does this work when the iron is physically touching the magnet but it works as long as the piece of iron remains under the influence of the magnet. A iron piece attracted to a magnet through a paper with out any physical contact will also behave as a magnet.


What happens when you touch a piece of iron to a permanent magnet?

When you touch a piece of iron to a permanent magnet, the iron can become magnetized temporarily because it can align its domains with the magnetic field. However, once the iron is removed from the magnet, it will lose its magnetism over time. The iron itself does not retain a permanent magnetism like the original magnet.


Can iron be made permanent by stroking it with a strong magnet?

No, iron cannot be made permanently magnetic by stroking it with a strong magnet. This process can only magnetize the iron temporarily. To create a permanent magnet, iron needs to be exposed to stronger magnetic fields or undergo specific treatment processes.


Why aren't all iron materials permanent magnets?

When a magnet or iron piece is watched under a powerful microscope we will obseve that a magnet or iron is made up tiny tiny pieces which cannot be further divided realistically such small pieces are known as domains. In a magnet all domains are in the same direction due to which it attracts iron. While in a iron these domains are arranged randomly which nullify its magnetism. When a magnet is brousht near an iron matrial all the domains get attracted to the magnet due to which domains in iron get arranged in a particular direction due to wich at that time they act as magnets but as soon as the magnet gets farther the domains again arrange them selves randomly due to which tey do not remain permanent magnets


Can the earth be a permanent magnet?

No, the Earth is not a permanent magnet. Earth's magnetic field is generated by the movement of molten iron and nickel in its outer core, creating a magnetic field that fluctuates in both strength and direction over time. It is not a fixed or permanent magnet like a bar magnet.


What distinguishes a permanent magnet from a temporary magnet?

Permanent magnets do not lose their magnetic ability. Temporary magnets, however, gain magnetic properties when they are touched or moved by a permanent magnet. The properties of a temporary magnet dissipates over time after the permanent magnet is removed.


An example of a permanent magnet?

An example of a permanent magnet is a refrigerator magnet. These magnets are made from materials with high magnetic properties, such as iron, nickel, and cobalt, and retain their magnetic field without the need for an external power source.


What is the influence of a permanent magnet's magnetic field on a piece of iron called?

It is called ferromagnitisum .


How are electro magnet different from permanent magnet?

Electro magnets differs from permanent magnet because it requires electricity. A simple electro magnet consists of an iron rod wrapped in a coil of copper and when electricity flows through the copper, a magnetic field is formed.