3.3 Magnets

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What is a magnet?

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A magnet is an object that can attract certain metals, like iron, and has a north and south pole.

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What does magnetic mean?

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Magnetic means having the properties of a magnet, able to attract or repel certain materials.

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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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What is the north pole of a magnet?

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The north pole is the part of the magnet that points towards the Earth's north when allowed to move freely.

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What is the south pole of a magnet?

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The south pole is the part of the magnet that points towards the Earth's south when allowed to move freely.

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What happens when you bring two magnets close together?

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If opposite poles (north and south) are brought together, they attract; if like poles (north and north or south and south) are brought together, they repel.

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Can magnets work through materials?

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Yes, magnets can work through some materials, but not all. For example, they can attract through paper but not through metal.

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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 an example of a magnet in everyday life?

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Refrigerator magnets are a common example of magnets used in everyday life.

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What is the difference between a permanent magnet and a temporary magnet?

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A permanent magnet retains its magnetism over time, while a temporary magnet only acts as a magnet when in a magnetic field.