Question

Which of the following is an example of types of magnets based on shape?

• A. Horse shoe magnet
• B. U shaped magnet
• C. Bar magnet
• D. Electromagnet

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A Horse shoe magnet
B Bar magnet
C U shaped magnet

A magnet is an object (generally a metal) that has a north and south pole, such that opposite poles attract and like poles repel. A magnet contains electrons that have both uneven orbits and uneven spins

There are many different types of permanent magnets available such as horseshoe magnets and weld clamp magnets, U-shaped magnets.

On the other hand the electromagnets can be of any shape and size.