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 materials are attracted to magnets?

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Materials that are attracted to magnets include iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What is a magnet?

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A magnet is an object that produces a magnetic field, which can attract or repel other magnetic materials.

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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 magnetic properties over time, while a temporary magnet only exhibits magnetism when in the presence of a magnetic field.

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What is the magnetic field?

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

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What happens when you bring two magnets close together?

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When two magnets are brought close together, they can either attract or repel each other depending on their poles.

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What are the poles of a magnet?

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

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Can magnets attract non-metal objects?

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No, magnets typically do not attract non-metal objects unless they have magnetic properties.

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What is an example of a non-magnetic material?

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An example of a non-magnetic material is wood.

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How can you tell if an object is magnetic?

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You can tell if an object is magnetic by testing it with a magnet; if it sticks, it is magnetic.