State two differences between an electromagnet and a permanent magnet.
State two differences between an electromagnet and a permanent magnet.

Solution:

ElectromagnetPermanent magnet
It is composed of soft ironIt is composed of steel
Its polarity can be reversedIts polarity cannot be reversed.

Also, the Electromagnets’ magnetic strength can be increased or lowered. But this is not possible with permanent magnets. Electromagnets have a higher magnetic power than permanent magnets. Electromagnets are more widely used than permanent magnets because of these advantages.