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 magnetic field.

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What are the two poles of a magnet?

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The two poles of a magnet are called the north pole and the south pole.

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What happens when you bring two north poles of magnets together?

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The two north poles will push away from each other.

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What happens when you bring a north pole and a south pole of magnets together?

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The north pole and south pole will pull towards each other.

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What materials can magnets attract?

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Magnets can attract materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What is a magnetic field?

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A magnetic field is the area around a magnet where it can attract or repel other magnets or magnetic materials.

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What is a compass?

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

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Can magnets work through liquids?

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Yes, magnets can pull through liquids, but the strength may be reduced.

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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, while a temporary magnet only acts like a magnet when in contact with a magnetic field.

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What is an example of a magnet in everyday life?

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An example of a magnet in everyday life is the magnets on a refrigerator door.