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To identify which of the two iron bars is a magnet, balance one bar across the other in a "+" shape. The magnetic bar will align itself in a specific direction due to its magnetic properties. Additionally, there is a concern raised about receiving warnings for posting this method, with a suggestion to contact the moderator for clarification on the warning.
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You're in a room with 2 iron bars. One is a magnet and the other is not.
How do you tell which one is the magnet? You have nothing but the iron bars to test this.
 
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Balance one across the other, like a +. If the magnetic one is on top it will prefer to point in a specific direction.
 
Form a T shape. The behavior of the magnet near the poles should be different from the behavior near the middle of the bar.
 
very good , can anyone tell me y i am getting warned for posting this.
 
cragar said:
very good , can anyone tell me y i am getting warned for posting this.

You should PM the mod who warned you.
 

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