What are artificial magnets? Draw diagram for magnetic needle.

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Artificial magnet:
Artificial magnets are the substances that are induced with magnetic property through artificial ways.
It is a magnetised piece of iron, steel, cobalt or nickel.
Artificial magnet are made from iron in different shape and sizes.
These are used for different purposes.
These are used in loudspeaker, telephones, radios, television etc.
They can easily be magnetised or demagnetised by turning the current on or off in the coil.
Diagram of a magnetic needle:
Magnetic needle in a compass

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