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Magnet

usgb/ˈmæɡnət/Volume
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Magnetism Basics

Understand that a magnet can attract or repel other magnets.

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When you bring two magnets close, they will either stick together or push apart.
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Magnetic Materials

Know that magnets only work with iron or metals like nickel and cobalt.

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My magnet won't stick to this copper coin because it's not a magnetic material.
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Magnetic Poles

Every magnet has two poles: north and south, which are opposites.

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The north pole of one magnet will be attracted to the south pole of another.
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