Shape of Magnets

​Shapes of Magnets

These common shapes are horseshoe magnets, bar magnets, disc magnets, spherical magnets, ring magnets, cylinder magnets, etc. All the magnets have a north and south pole.

​Types of Magnets

Temporary magnets: They are called temporary magnets that retain their magnetic properties only for a short period.

Permanent magnets: Magnets that retain their magnetic properties for a long period are called permanent magnets.

​Uses of Magnets

• The magnetic strip of credit cards, as well as debit cards, is used to store data.

• A magnetic needle in a compass indicates directions. 

• Large electrically charged metals in cranes help to move large metallic objects. 

• Magnets are in generators, speakers, television, telephones, radios, etc.

• Magnets are used indoors in refrigerators to keep the door shut. 

​Care of Magnets.

A magnet can lose its properties due to the following activities.

• Dropping from a height

• Hitting with a hammer

• Applying heat

• Improper storage can also cause loss of magnetic properties