adjective
- of or relating to a material that is strongly attracted to a magnetic field and can be magnetized to become a permanent magnet
Usage: physics and materials science term; commonly used in educational and technical contexts
Examples
- Iron is a ferromagnetic material that is easily magnetized.
- The ferromagnetic properties of nickel make it useful in alloys.
- A ferromagnetic substance will stick to a magnet.
- Cobalt exhibits ferromagnetic behavior at room temperature.
- The ferromagnetic core of the electromagnet amplifies the magnetic field.
- Scientists study ferromagnetic materials to develop stronger permanent magnets.