Magnets

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a type of force that can attract or repel certain materials, primarily metals.

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Are all metals attracted to magnets?

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False. Only certain metals, like iron, nickel, and cobalt, are attracted to magnets.

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How does the distance between magnets affect their force?

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The force of magnetism is stronger when magnets are closer together.

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What do we call a nail that can pick up a paperclip because it is touching a magnet?

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A temporary magnet.

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What is the area around a magnet where its force can attract objects?

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The magnetic field.

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What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

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

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What happens to a temporary magnet when it is removed from a magnetic field?

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It loses its magnetism and can no longer attract objects.

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What is a permanent magnet?

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A permanent magnet is a magnet that maintains its magnetic properties over time without needing an external magnetic field.

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

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The north pole of a magnet is the end that points towards the Earth's North when freely suspended, while the south pole points towards the Earth's South.

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What is the principle of magnetic attraction?

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Opposite poles of magnets attract each other, while like poles repel each other.

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