Magnetism and electromagnetismQuestion 197 of 1506

Which class of material is only slightly magnetic and is magnetized with more difficulty than iron?

  1. Paramagnetic
  2. Ferromagnetic
  3. Diamagnetic
  4. Retentive
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Correct answer: Paramagnetic

Paramagnetic materials are weakly magnetic. Iron is ferromagnetic, and diamagnetic materials push the outside field away.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 14.1: Permanent Magnets

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026