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What is the easy axis of magnetization in a hexagonal ferrite?
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In hexagonal ferrites, the easy axis of magnetization is the unique c axis, also referred to as the vertical axis. Because the direction of magnetization in these materials cannot be easily changed to another axis, they are classified as magnetically hard.1