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.

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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 happens when you bring a magnet close to a nail?

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The nail will move towards the magnet because it is made of iron.

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What is the force that pulls objects towards a magnet called?

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Magnetic force.

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Can magnets attract objects that are not made of metal?

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No, magnets only attract certain metals.

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

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The north pole of a magnet attracts the south pole of another magnet and repels the north pole.

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What happens if you cut a magnet in half?

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You will have two smaller magnets, each with a north and south pole.

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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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How can you tell if an object is magnetic?

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You can test it by bringing a magnet close to the object; if it moves, it is magnetic.

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What is a common use of magnets in everyday life?

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Magnets are used in refrigerators to keep doors closed.