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Magnetic South Pole

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Concept of a Magnet**: A magnet has two poles - a north pole and a south pole. These poles are responsible for the magnet's ability to attract or repel other magnetic materials. 2. **Geographical Poles of the Earth**: The Earth itself has geographical poles known as the North Pole and the South Pole. The North Pole is located in the Arctic region, while the South Pole is located in Antarctica. 3. **Behavior of a Bar Magnet**: When a bar magnet is freely suspended, its north pole will always align itself with the Earth's geographical North Pole, while its south pole will align with the Earth's geographical South Pole. ...
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PEARSON IIT JEE FOUNDATION-THE MAGICAL MAGNETISM -TEST YOUR CONCEPTS(Short Answer Type Questions)
  1. Define pole, axis, equator and magnetic meridian of a bar magnet

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  2. Define the following terms. Magnetic North Pole

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  3. Define the following terms. Magnetic South Pole

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  4. Define the following terms. Magnetic axis

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  5. Define the following terms. Length of a bar magnet

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  6. What is the effective length of a bar magnet ?

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  7. Define pole, axis, equator and magnetic meridian of a bar magnet

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  8. What the the properties of a bar magnet ?

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  9. What the advantages of an electromagnet ?

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  10. Mention some of the applications of a magnet .

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  11. Differentiate between temporary and permanent migrants.

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  12. What is meant by dipole in magnetism?

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  13. What is meant by magnetizing a material and how does this happen ?

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  14. The bar magnet suspended freely aligns itself in the north-south direc...

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  15. What is the use of compass for sailors ?

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  16. Why are the magnets used in earphones or speakers?

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  17. A boy playing in sand with a magnet notices some dust or particles att...

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  18. Match the following columns.

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  19. Explain with diagram what happens when a bar magnet is cut into two pi...

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  20. Consider a magnet which is hung by the hook of a spring as shown in fi...

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