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One iron nail does not necessarily attract another iron nail, although both are attracted by a magnet. Explain.
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This means that iron has the ability to be magnetized and attracted to magnets. When a magnet is brought near an iron nail, the magnetic field of the magnet induces a temporary magnetism in the iron nail, causing it to be attracted to the magnet. However, when Show more…
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