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 materials do magnets attract?

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Magnets attract materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What happens when you bring two magnets close together?

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If the opposite poles of two magnets come close together, they pull together. If the same poles come close, they push away.

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What is the north pole of a magnet?

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The north pole of a magnet is the end that points towards the Earth's north when freely suspended.

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What is the south pole of a magnet?

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The south pole of a magnet is the end that points towards the Earth's south when freely suspended.

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How do magnets work?

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Magnets work through magnetic fields, which are invisible forces that can attract or repel certain materials.

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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 a compass?

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A compass is a tool that uses a magnetic needle to show direction, always pointing towards the north.

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Can magnets work through other 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 thick metal.

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

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A permanent magnet keeps its magnetism for a long time, while a temporary magnet only acts like a magnet when in contact with a magnetic field.