Question

State two differences between an electromagnet and a permanent magnet.

April 3, 2024

Answer

The differences are as follows —

Electromagnet	Permanent magnet
It is made of soft iron.	It is made of steel.
It produces magnetic field so long as current flows in it’s coil, i.e., it produces temporary magnetic field.	It produces a permanent magnetic field.

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