Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Which of these things is magnetic?

  1. Tin

  2. Copper

  3. Iron

  4. Magnesium
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Iron is ferromagnetic - it's strongly attracted to magnets and can be magnetized itself. Tin, copper, and magnesium are not magnetic (they are paramagnetic or diamagnetic with very weak responses). This is a fundamental property used in distinguishing materials and building electromagnets.

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