Question

Why are artificial magnets preferred to natural magnets?

Answer 1

1. Artificial magnet are the substances in which properties of a magnet are induced by artificial ways.
2. Artificial magnet are made for various uses like in electric bells, radios, television etc.
3. A strong/powerful magnetic field is required for these equipment to work efficiently.
4. Artificial magnets can be made in any shape or size according to the use.
5. Natural magnet have a very weak magnetic field and cannot be used for heavier attraction of materials.
6. The natural magnets are used for lighter works like drawing magnetic field lines, in a compass for direction, etc.

Therefore, artificial magnets are preferred to natural magnets.