How is an electromagnet made? List any two uses of an electromagnet. [2 Marks ]

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An electromagnet is made by passing current through a coil that is wound around a piece of soft iron. [1 Mark ]

Some uses of an electromagnet are:

Electromagnets are used in a number of electrical devices such as the electric bell, telephone, telegraph, radio, loudspeaker etc.

Electromagnets are used for lifting heavy iron loads. [1 Mark ]

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