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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 20 Objective Question

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Which of the following statements describes an example of induced magnetism?
Options
A two north poles repel each other, but a north pole attracts a south pole
B a bar magnet, swinging freely, comes to rest pointing N-W
C a bar magnet loses its magnetism if it is repeatedly dropped
D a bar magnet attracts a piece of soft iron
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Induced magnetism happens when an unmagnetised magnetic material (like soft iron) becomes temporarily magnetised in the presence of a magnet, and is then attracted to it. Option D is this phenomenon.

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Induced magnetism happens when an unmagnetised magnetic material (like soft iron) becomes temporarily magnetised in the presence of a magnet, and is then att...

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