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Where does the magnetic force originate?

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Ferromagnetic materials like iron.

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The earth's North and South Pole.

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The centre of the Universe.

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The motion of electrons in atoms.

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Solution

The correct option is D The motion of electrons in atoms.
The motion of electrons in atoms make them act like tiny magnets. This is where all magnetism comes from.

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