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What are the two poles of a magnet?

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North pole and South pole.

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Do magnets attract shiny objects?

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No, magnets do not attract shiny objects; they attract certain metals like iron.

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What happens when the north pole of one magnet meets the south pole of another magnet?

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They attract each other.

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What can a magnet pick up?

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A magnet can pick up metal objects like paper clips.

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How does a magnet work?

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A magnet works by pulling things together.

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What is a magnetic force?

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A magnetic force is the push or pull that magnets exert on certain materials.

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Can magnets repel each other?

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Yes, magnets can repel each other if like poles (north-north or south-south) are facing.

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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 term for the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt?

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Magnetic field.

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What happens if you cut a magnet in half?

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