Why does an iron core increase magnetism?

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The discussion centers on the role of an iron core in enhancing magnetism, specifically through the concept of magnetic reluctance. Participants highlight that magnetic flux is significantly influenced by the medium it traverses, with iron being a superior conductor of magnetic flux compared to air. A reference to a Wikipedia article on magnetic reluctance is provided, which explains the underlying principles of how materials affect magnetic fields. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these concepts for a clearer grasp of magnetism.

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Why does an iron core increase magnetism? Apologies if this more advanced than high school.

EDIT: Disregard, found article on magnetic reluctance.
 
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Don't hesitate to comeback when that article stimulates a question. Magnetism is one of those very confusing topics.
 
Atomic_Sheep said:
Why does an iron core increase magnetism? Apologies if this more advanced than high school.

EDIT: Disregard, found article on magnetic reluctance.
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so what did you discover ?
 
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EDIT: Disregard, found article on magnetic reluctance.
It would be very nice if you could share the article, maybe we can make sure it's the right article.
 
It looks like @Atomic_Sheep has other problems that he's dealing with. Wait one...

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Just wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnetic_reluctance. Basically I realized that magnetic flux depends on the medium that it's present in. Air isn't very good at 'conducting' flux, iron is.
There was another picture of an atomic sheep floating around the internet, but I can't find it anymore.
 
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