Question:- Why do we use a soft iron core in an electromagnet?
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What is an electromagnet? An electromagnet is a type of magnet that is created by passing an electric current through a coil of wire. The magnetic field produced by the current in the wire can be used to attract or repel other magnets or magnetic materials. Show more…
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