Electromagnet

Electromagnet Definition

Electromagnet explained in an easy to understand way:

Electromagnet Simple Definition

Imagine you're trying to keep a stack of papers organized with a paper clip. Just as the paper clip temporarily holds the papers together when clipped, an electromagnet temporarily becomes a magnet when electricity flows through the coiled wire around the iron core. In this analogy, the paper clip is like the iron core, and the act of clipping is akin to the electric current; both create a temporary binding effect, whether it's holding papers or turning the iron into a magnet.

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Electromagnet Definition

Electromagnet: A temporary magnet made of wire coiled around an iron core. Electromagnet. An electromagnet is a magnet that can be turned on and off using electricity.