Concept explainers
To complete: The given sentence.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
A magnet is a material that can attract other magnets and magnetic materials.
The unique properties of a magnet which enable it to attract or repel objects is called magnetism. Like poles of a magnet attract while unlike poles repel. The magnetic field of a magnet enables it to exert a force on other magnets or magnetic materials. These properties of a magnet are termed as magnetism.
Conclusion:
The correct word that is required to complete the sentence is:magnetism.
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