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Question
State three important uses of a magnet.
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Solution
Use of magnet:
- Magnets are used in magnetic compass, doorbells, refrigerators.
- Magnets are used in dynamos, motors, loudspeakers, microphones, etc.
- Ceramic magnets are used in computers.
- Magnets are used in toys to give magic effects.
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