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Physics Magnetism and Matter Magnet and It's Properties MCQ (Single Correct)

Point out the wrong statement about the magnetic properties of soft iron and steel.

A
Retentivity of soft iron is more than retentivity of steel.
B
Coercivity of soft iron is less than coercivity of steel.
C
Area of B-H loop in soft iron is smaller than the area of B-H loop for steel.
D
Area of B-H loop in soft iron is greater than the area of B-H loop for steel.

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D

The B – H curve of both soft iron and steel are shown in figure.

From the above hysteresis curve it is clear that area of B – H loop in soft iron is smaller than that of steel.

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