Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

A student demagnetises a magnetised steel bar. He puts the bar inside a solenoid that is connected to a power supply. He then takes the bar out of the solenoid. Which row shows the most effective method for demagnetising the bar?

  • Atype of power supply: a.c.; speed to remove bar: fast
  • Btype of power supply: a.c.; speed to remove bar: slow
  • Ctype of power supply: d.c.; speed to remove bar: fast
  • Dtype of power supply: d.c.; speed to remove bar: slow

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