Investigating Magnets
We know that magnets can attract other magnets and metal objects. This is magnetic force in action.
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Series: Junior Journal 61 Level 2 2020
Reading year level: 3
Category: Non-fiction
Topics: activity, discovery, experiment, force, magnetism, magnet, metal, prediction, recording results, science, table, technology, testing
Investigating Magnets
Words by Dr Sarah Kenworthy
But do all magnets have the same amount of magnetic force? Let’s try some experiments to help us answer this question.
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Junior Journal 61 Level 2 2020
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2 of 7Amazing Magnets
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3 of 7Kākahu Pekepeke
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4 of 7Maia's Magic Wand
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5 of 7Rua and Te Manu
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6 of 7Let's Race
Use magnets to make a racing game.
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