Why is soft iron used as the core of the electromagnet in an electric bell?

Fabian Atkins

Fabian Atkins

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2023-01-01

Why is soft iron used as the core of the electromagnet in an electric bell?

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Toparellon12

Toparellon12

Beginner2023-01-02Added 8 answers

Only when an electric current passes through the solenoid does the soft iron bar acquire magnetic properties; as soon as the current is cut off, the magnetic properties vanish. That's why soft iron is used as the core of the electromagnet in an electric bell.

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