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Question 26 • Physics

What is the main difference between a permanent magnet and a temporary magnet?

Answer
A
The domains in a temporary magnet easily lose alignment, but the domains in a permanent magnet keep their alignment.
B
A permanent magnet is made of a ferromagnetic material, while a temporary magnet is not.
C
There are domains in a permanent magnet, but not in a temporary magnet.
D
A temporary magnet attracts only metal objects, while permanent magnets attract both metal objects and other magnets.

Explanation

Both permanent and temporary magnets have magnetic domains. In a permanent magnet, the domains tend to stay aligned after the magnetizing influence is removed, so it remains magnetic. In a temporary magnet, the domains lose their alignment more easily, so its magnetism fades. Therefore, choice D describes the main difference.

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