Question 29: Magnetism and Matter

Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion $$\mathbf{A}$$ and the other is labelled as Reason $$\mathbf{R}$$
Assertion A : Electromagnets are made of soft iron.
Reason R : Soft iron has high permeability and low retentivity.
In the light of above, statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

Accepted Answer

Both Assertion A and Reason R are correct, and R is indeed the correct explanation of A.
Electromagnets are commonly made of soft iron because of its high permeability, which allows it to easily magnetize in response to an external magnetic field. Its low retentivity is also desirable because it allows the magnetization to be easily reversed or removed once the external field is removed. This combination of properties makes soft iron ideal for electromagnets, which require rapid and efficient changes in magnetization.

Answer

Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A

Answer

A is not correct but R is correct

Answer

A is correct but R is not correct

Answer

Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

Magnetism and Matter

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