Physics for IGCSE & O level - Magnets And Currents (Section 7 - No. 14)

What happens when you cut a bar magnet in half?

You are left with two monopoles, one north and one south pole.

You are left with two magnets, each with a north and south pole.

The magnet loses its magnetic properties completely.

Only one half retains its magnetic properties.

You will always have a north and south pole on each half.