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Question 86 of 293 in Magnetism and Electromagnetism

Magnetism and magnetic materials

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State what is meant by a 'magnetic material'.

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A material that is attracted to a magnet.

Also accept: A material that can be magnetised.; A material that is attracted by a magnet.

Common mistakes: A material that is a magnet.

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B1 · 1 mark · Defines a magnetic material as one that is attracted to a magnet or can be magnetised.

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A magnetic material is a material that is attracted to a magnet.

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