Cobalt is ferromagnetic, but considerably less so than iron. Alloys of cobalt such as aluminium, nickel, cobalt and iron, known as Alnico, and of samarium and cobalt (samarium-cobalt magnet) are commonly used to make high quality permanent magnets.
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Yes. Cobalt has ferromagnetic properties, and it is used in the preparation of magnetic, wear-resistant, and high-strength alloys.
It shouldn't be under normal circumstances, unless it has undergone a ferromagnetic process.
Yes. Nickel, iron and cobalt are the only elements to be attracted to magnets under normal circumstances.
Magnetic lines of flux help align the magnetic domains in soft iron, increasing its magnetic permeability and making it easier for the material to become magnetized. This results in the material being strongly attracted to magnets and enhancing its magnetic properties.
Hard magnets have high magnetic strength and retain their magnetism for long periods of time. They are commonly used in permanent magnet applications such as electric motors. Soft magnets have lower magnetic strength and quickly lose their magnetism once the magnetic field is removed. They are used in applications where magnetization and demagnetization are required, such as in transformers.
Supermalloy is a type of soft magnetic material known for its extremely high magnetic permeability and low coercivity, making it ideal for applications requiring high sensitivity in magnetic fields. It is commonly used in sensors, amplifiers, and other devices where precise magnetic control is necessary.
Soft iron is having very low hysteresis loss. So it would be good to use it as core.
Plastic can be soft or hard, depending on its composition and processing. Some plastics are engineered to be flexible and soft, while others are rigid and hard.