Gold is non-ferrous and therefore is not attracted by a magnet. There are other metal that are attracted by a magnet but gold is not one of them. You can tell what is a ferrous metal and what is a non ferrous one but you cannot identify gold.
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Magnets are not able to detect real gold. This is because gold is not magnetic; it does not have any magnetic properties. If a magnet is attracted to an item that appears to be gold, it likely contains other metals that are magnetic.
To determine if gold is real, you can conduct a few tests such as a magnet test (gold is not magnetic), a density test (gold is denser than most metals), or a nitric acid test (real gold will not react with nitric acid). You can also consult with a professional jeweler or use specialized equipment like an electronic gold tester for a more accurate assessment.
No, gold is not magnetic. If a necklace is attracted by a magnet, it is likely made of a magnetic material such as iron, steel, or nickel.
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No, 9-carat gold should not attract a magnet because gold itself is not a magnetic metal. The presence of other metals in the alloy of 9-carat gold, such as copper and silver, may not have enough magnetic properties to make it noticeably attracted to a magnet.
You can detect the magnetic field by its pull on another magnet, including a compass needle.