Magnetic force is an example of a contact force.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
A contact force is a force that operates between two surfaces that are in contact, while a non-contact force works between two surfaces that are not in contact.
Friction is a contact force whereas magnetic force is a non-contact force.
Hence, the given statement is false.

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(a) What is meant by a contact force? Explain with the help of an example.

(b) What is meant by a no-contact force? Explain with the help of an example.

Two magnets are attracted towards each other. Its an example of contact force.

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