Question

Which statement correctly contrasts the poles of a bar magnet and a solenoid?

Options

• The poles of both are fixed.

• Solenoid poles are reversible, while bar magnet poles are fixed.

• Solenoid poles are fixed, while bar magnet poles are reversible.

• The poles of both are reversible.

Answer 1

The poles of a solenoid are reversible, unlike the fixed poles of a bar magnet. This distinguishes them even though both have a north pole and a south pole.