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Topic. If I have an iron shaped like a bar magnet placed flat on the floor, can the poles of the magnet be pointing anywhere else other than 90 degrees and 180 degrees?
Yes, all objects have magnetic poles. Every atom contains electrons, which have a magnetic field and therefore contribute to the overall magnetic field of an object.
No, an object can only have two magnetic poles - a north pole and a south pole. This is due to the fundamental nature of magnetism, which is based on the alignment of electron spin within atoms.
Yes, the magnetic poles of an object can change. This is known as magnetic remanence and can occur when an object is exposed to a strong external magnetic field or is heated to a certain temperature.
Yes, the orientation of an object's magnetic poles can affect its magnetic field strength. The strongest magnetic field is generated when the magnetic poles are perpendicular to the surface of the object.
No, the magnetic poles of an object are not always perpendicular to its surface. The orientation of the magnetic poles can vary depending on the object's shape and composition.