Hal makes an electromagnet with a 9-volt battery, wire, and a steel rod. What is the function of electric current in his electromagnet? (1 point)

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Electric current creates a magnetic field that charges the rod.
Electric current creates a magnetic field that charges the rod.

Electric current powers the electromagnet.
Electric current powers the electromagnet.

Electric current attracts or repels charged objects.
Electric current attracts or repels charged objects.

Electric current determines the strength of the magnet.

Answer 1

Electric current creates a magnetic field that powers the electromagnet and determines the strength of the magnet.