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An iron nail is more strongly attracted to the magnet

than to the wooden box the magnet is stored in.

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Is there a limit to how strongly magnetised an iron nail can get?

Yes, every material has its limit in this respect.


Which type of nail iron or copper would stick to magnet?

The iron nail would stick to a magnet. Copper is not attracted to magnets.


Is a nail attracted to a magnet?

Yes. Nails are usually made from iron or steel, which is attracted to magnets.


Why would a nail be attracted to a magnet?

A nail can be attracted to a magnet because the nail's iron material contains domains of aligned magnetic moments that can interact with the magnetic field of the magnet, causing it to be drawn towards the magnet.


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"


How can you tell if a nail is iron?

To determine if a nail is made of iron, you can perform a simple magnet test. Iron is a ferromagnetic material, meaning it is attracted to magnets. If a magnet is attracted to the nail, it is likely made of iron. Additionally, you can also perform a spark test by striking the nail against a hard surface. Iron will produce a bright yellow spark, confirming its presence in the nail.


Why does an iron nail has more force of attraction than a piece of chalk and rubber band?

Because they have different magnetic properties; iron is strongly ferromagnetic.


What happens if you bring two iron nails close to each other?

Unless one or both iron nails are magnetized, then nothing will happen. If one nail is magnetized, then the other nail will be attracted to the magnetized nail.


What happens if you bring two iron nails close to( or touching)each other?

Unless one or both iron nails are magnetized, then nothing will happen. If one nail is magnetized, then the other nail will be attracted to the magnetized nail.


What happens if you bring two iron nails close to(or touching) each other?

Unless one or both iron nails are magnetized, then nothing will happen. If one nail is magnetized, then the other nail will be attracted to the magnetized nail.


Is a iron nail magnetic?

Yes, iron is a magnetic material, so an iron nail can be easily magnetized. When exposed to a magnetic field, iron atoms align in such a way that they create a magnetic field, making the iron nail act as a magnet.


Is a matchstick magnetic?

No, a matchstick is not magnetic. It does not have any magnetic properties as it is typically made of wood with a flammable tip.