magnetism

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, primarily metals like iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What are the two types of magnets?

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The two types of magnets are permanent magnets (which maintain their magnetism) and temporary magnets (which only act as magnets when in a magnetic field).

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What are the poles of a magnet?

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Every magnet has two poles: a north pole and a south pole. Opposite poles attract each other, while like poles repel.

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What happens when you bring a north pole and a south pole together?

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They attract each other.

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What happens when you bring two north poles together?

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They repel each other.

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What materials are attracted to magnets?

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

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Where is the magnetic field strongest?

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The magnetic field is strongest at the poles of the magnet.

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What is a magnetic field?

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A magnetic field is the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.

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What is the difference between attraction and repulsion in magnetism?

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Attraction occurs when opposite poles of magnets come together, while repulsion occurs when like poles push away from each other.

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Can magnets lose their magnetism?

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Yes, magnets can lose their magnetism if they are heated, dropped, or subjected to a strong opposing magnetic field.