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Which of the following is "not" likely to cause a magnet to lose

its magnetism?
a. Striking it with a hammer.
b. Cooling it.
c. Dropping it repeatedly on the ground.
d. Heating it.

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Answer:

B. Cooling it

Step-by-step explanation:

Temperature extremes can either cause temporary or permanent losses. When heat is applied to magnets, they may temporarily lose strength but regain this force after being cooled down to their optimal operating temperatures.

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