does ferrofluid stick to metal by itself or just to magnets? Why?

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does ferrofluid stick to metal by itself or just to magnets? Why?

2006-11-20 06:21:38 · 2 answers · asked by Ilooklikemyavatar..exactly 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering

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It would stick to iron and steel because it is a form of magnet. That is why ferrofluids are great as pump seals - because they stick around the steel shaft.

2006-11-20 06:23:33 · answer #1 · answered by Rich Z 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

um metal because well...i just guessing!

2006-11-20 06:22:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋