Magnets Work! Reading w14

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Do magnets attract all objects?

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No, magnets only attract certain materials, such as iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What are the two ends of a magnet called?

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The two ends of a magnet are called poles.

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Can magnets move objects of different weights?

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Yes, magnets can move objects of different weights depending on the strength of the magnet and the material of the object.

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What is a push or pull called in physics?

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A push or pull is called a force.

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What type of text is 'Magnets Work'?

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The genre for 'Magnets Work' is expository text.

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What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

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Materials such as iron, nickel, and cobalt are typically attracted to magnets.

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What is the difference between a magnet's north pole and south pole?

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The north pole of a magnet is the end that points towards the Earth's magnetic north, while the south pole points towards the Earth's magnetic south.

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What happens when you bring two like poles of a magnet together?

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When you bring two like poles (north-north or south-south) together, they repel each other.

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What happens when you bring two opposite poles of a magnet together?

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When you bring two opposite poles (north-south) together, they attract each other.

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What is magnetic force?

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Magnetic force is the attraction or repulsion that arises between electrically charged particles due to their motion.