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Demagnetisierung is a process in physics where a previously magnetized ferromagnetic material loses its magnetic properties, often due to external forces such as temperature changes, mechanical stress, or exposure to an opposing magnetic field. The strength of the magnetic field in a material depends on the alignment and movement of its magnetic moments, which are the elementary dipoles that make up the material's ferromagnetic properties.

The demagnetization process typically occurs in a material that has been subjected to a high-level magnetic field, resulting in a higher-than-usual alignment of the magnetic dipoles. If this material is then cooled to a lower temperature or subjected to mechanical stress, the magnetic dipoles can become disordered or randomly aligned, leading to a loss of the material's magnetic properties.

It's worth noting that "demagnetisierung" is commonly known as "demagnetization" in English-speaking countries. The demagnetization process can have both positive and negative effects, depending on the application and intended use of the material being demagnetized. In some cases, removing a material's magnetic properties can be beneficial for products such as headphones or loudspeakers, where stray magnetic fields can cause interference with other nearby electronic devices.