Question

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A. By hammering it.
• B. By rubbing a magnet over it for few minutes.
• C. By keeping it in a hot glass of water.
• D. Can't be converted.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

By rubbing a magnet over it for few minutes.

We can convert a rectangular piece of iron into a magnet by rubbing it with a piece of a magnet over it for few minutes. After that, the iron piece will also act as a magnet.