Question

Explain the difference between magnet and current carrying solenoid.

Hint:

A current-carrying solenoid creates a magnetic field that behaves like a bar magnet.

Answer 1

The differences between a magnet and a current-carrying solenoid are as follows: \[ \begin{array}{|l|l|} \hline \textbf{Magnet} & \textbf{Current Carrying Solenoid} \\ \hline \text{Produces a magnetic field naturally.} & \text{Produces a magnetic field when current flows through it.} \\ \hline \text{Has fixed north and south poles.} & \text{Has magnetic poles that depend on the current direction.} \\ \hline \text{The magnetic field is permanent.} & \text{The magnetic field can be turned on or off.} \\ \hline \end{array} \]