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प्रश्न
Name one device that uses an electromagnet.
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उत्तर
The electromagnet is used in an electric relay.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Why is soft iron used as the core of the electromagnet in an electric bell?
Name one device that uses an electromagnet.
Electromagnets are made up of :
You are required to make an electromagnet from a soft iron bar by using a cell, an insulated coil of copper wire and a switch.
- Draw a circuit diagram to represent the process.
- Label the poles of the electromagnet.
The following figure shows a coil wound around a soft iron bar XY.
- State the polarity at the ends X and Y as the switch is pressed.
- Suggest one way of increasing the strength of electromagnet so formed.

State two ways through which the strength of an electromagnet can be increased.
State two advantages of an electromagnet over a permanent magnet.
Explain, why steel is used in preference to soft iron for making permanent magnets while soft iron is used in preference to steel for making electromagnets.
Explain in detail the application of electromagnets.
Explain the working of the following device.
Magnetic levitation trains.
