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Which of these is a naturally occurring magnet?
Which of these is a naturally occurring magnet?
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The correct option is D Magnetite
Magnetite is the only natural magnet. Itis amineral oreand one of the three common naturally occurringoxides of iron. Magnetite is best known for its property of being strongly attracted tomagnets. Some forms of Magnetite from specific localities are in fact themselves magnets. Commonly known asLodestone, thismagneticform of Magnetite is the only mineral that is a natural magnet. Due to the magnetism of Lodestone, small iron particles are often found clinging to its surfaces.
Magnetite
Magnetite is the only natural magnet. Itis amineral oreand one of the three common naturally occurringoxides of iron. Magnetite is best known for its property of being strongly attracted tomagnets. Some forms of Magnetite from specific localities are in fact themselves magnets. Commonly known asLodestone, thismagneticform of Magnetite is the only mineral that is a natural magnet. Due to the magnetism of Lodestone, small iron particles are often found clinging to its surfaces.
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