Do you think an electromagnet can be used for separating plastic bags from a garbage heap? Explain.
ScienceClass 7CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
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Solution:
No, because plastic does not have the magnetic property to get attracted to a magnet; hence magnet cannot be used to separate plastic bags.
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