How do dipoles make a metal magnetic?

1 Answer

Dipoles must align paralell to each other.

Explanation:

Firstly, magnetization refers to the density of any magnetic dipole moments in a magnetic body ( a ferrous metal).

In general, dipoles must align paralell to each other.

Shortly, a metal can be magnetized by these aspects:

  • Electricity :

Electric currents align magnetic domains.

Ferromagnetism occurs in some metals, this phenomenon forms permanent magnets. The atoms in these metals have an unpaired electron, so its spin aligns when a magnetic field is induced.

  • DOMAINS :

They are areas containing atomic dipoles. When these dipoles become aligned in a single direction, the material exhibits magnetic properties such as iron. Strong magnetic domains can induce others.