Question

A bar magnet is divided in two pieces. Which of the following statements is/are true in that case?

• A. The magnetic field of each separated piece becomes stronger
• B. The two parts will have N and S pole.
• C. Two new bar magnets are created
• D. The bar magnet is demagnetized

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B The two parts will have N and S pole.
C Two new bar magnets are created

When a bar magnet is broken into two pieces, individual magnet has N and S poles and acts as a bar magnet. Each will have its own magnetic field strength. Although the field strength is decreased, the pieces will never get demagnetized.