DO NOW: Magnetic or Not Magnetic

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What is a magnetic material?

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A magnetic material is a substance that can be attracted by a magnet and can also become magnetized itself. Examples include iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What is a non-magnetic material?

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A non-magnetic material is a substance that cannot be attracted by a magnet and does not become magnetized. Examples include copper, wood, and plastic.

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Is copper magnetic or not?

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Not Magnetic

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Is a binder clip magnetic or not?

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Magnetic

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Is a screw magnetic or not?

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Magnetic

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a physical phenomenon produced by the motion of electric charge, which results in attractive and repulsive forces between objects.

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What are the properties of magnets?

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Magnets have two poles (north and south), can attract or repel other magnets, and can attract certain metals like iron.

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What happens when you cut a magnet in half?

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When you cut a magnet in half, each half becomes a new magnet with its own north and south poles.

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What is the difference between permanent and temporary magnets?

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Permanent magnets maintain their magnetism over time, while temporary magnets only exhibit magnetic properties when in the presence of a magnetic field.

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Can non-magnetic materials become magnetic?

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Non-magnetic materials cannot become magnetic unless they are in contact with a strong magnetic field or are made of magnetic materials.