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