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The core of an electromagnet must be made of soft iron. Why? What happens if soft iron is replaced with steel?

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The core of an electromagnet must be made of soft iron. Why? What happens if soft iron is replaced with steel?

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Solution

It loses its magnetism instantly when the current is turned off.

It retains its magnetism, turning into a permanent magnet.

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Chapter 10: Electromagnetism - Intex Question [Page 233]

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Lakhmir Singh Physics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 10 Electromagnetism
Intex Question | Q 3. | Page 233
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