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What is a Magnet?   

In this investigation, students will first experiment with an ordinary bar magnet and describe its effects on a compass and a tube of iron filings. The second part of the lab challenges students to create a temporary magnet out of the tube of iron filings, and show that it is magnetic using the compass. 

Click here for applicable science standards       Indicates the level of technology required for the lab activity.  Good for grades 5 through 8       
 

Required Equipment
Test Tube & Stopper, Iron filings, Bar Magnet, Compass

 

 

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