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What is an artificial magnet? State two reasons why do we need artificial magnets?

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An artificial magnet is a magnetized piece of iron or any other magnetic material.

Examples of artificial magnets are bar magnet, horse shoe magnet, magnetic needle and magnetic compass.

We need artificial magnets because —

Natural magnets are of irregular and odd shapes.
Natural magnets are not magnetically strong enough for use.

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