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Selects: How Magnets Work

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Understanding Magnetic Domains

This chapter explores the nature of magnetic domains in ferromagnetic materials and how their alignment contributes to the overall magnetism of the material. It discusses the concepts of hysteresis, demagnetization, and the role of unpaired electrons in creating magnetic moments. Additionally, the chapter emphasizes the complexities of handling industrial magnets and the principles behind magnetism in different materials.

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