Multiple choice

Magnetism was first discovered in ________.

  1. Italy

  2. France

  3. India

  4. Greece

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Magnetism was first discovered in ancient Greece, specifically in the region of Magnesia (hence the name 'magnet'). The Greeks found naturally magnetized stones called lodestones that could attract iron. While India and China also studied magnetism early, Greece is credited with the initial discovery.