A solenoid produces a strong magnetic field because the current in each loop adds up, creating a concentrated and uniform field inside the coil.
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- Can two magnetic field lines intersect each other? Justify your answer.
- A freely suspended magnet always points along the north-south direction. Why?
- What is the neutral zone or field-free region of the magnetic field?
- Is there any material which does not have any magnetic behavior? Justify your answer.
- A proton is also a charged particle and spins like an electron. Why is its effect neglected in the study of magnetism?
- What is the geomagnetic reversal phenomenon? Explain.
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- Why are the Earth’s geographical and magnetic axes not coincident? Explain.
- What is the difference between paramagnetic and ferromagnetic materials?
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- Explain the magnetic field of a bar magnet and that of a solenoid, and compare them.
- Define and explain magnetism.
- What is the domain theory of magnetism? Explain.
- Explain magnetic field strength and magnetic shielding.
- Define induced magnetism. Also, explain some methods for induced magnetism.
- Differentiate between permanent and temporary magnets.
- Explain some uses of electromagnets and temporary magnets.
- Explain the three types of magnetic materials.
- Explain the Earth’s magnetic field. Also, relate Earth’s geographical and magnetic poles.
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