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What is an electromagnet? State its two uses.
What is an electromagnet? State its two uses.
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Electromagnets work only when current flows and are widely used in medical and industrial applications.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2025
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An electromagnet is a temporary magnet formed when an electric current flows through a coil wrapped around a soft iron core. The magnetic field disappears when the current is switched off.
Uses of electromagnets:
1. Used in electric bells and relays.
2. Used in MRI machines in hospitals.
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