Why are flexible magnetic strips commonly attached along the rubber inner border of refrigerator doors?

Why are flexible magnetic strips commonly attached along the rubber inner border of refrigerator doors?
  1. To generate electricity for lighting the bulb inside
  2. To pull the door tightly shut automatically without needing mechanical latches
  3. To keep the food inside cooler using magnetic fields
  4. To prevent rust formation on the outer steel frame

Solution

Magnetic strips pull against the metallic frame of the refrigerator, ensuring an airtight seal to keep cold air inside.

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