In Ancient Times Permanent Magnets Were Known to the Greeks

question 58

Multiple Choice

In ancient times permanent magnets were known to the Greeks. These magnets were chunks of iron ore now called magnetite. What is the older name for this material?

• A) magnesia
• B) lodestone
• C) oersted
• D) compass
• E) None of these choices are correct.

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