Magnets

Class 6 Science: fun with magnets

Bring a second magnet close: will they pull together or push apart? Then test which things a magnet can pick up.

Words to know

Magnet: An object that pulls iron and steel towards it.
Poles: The two ends of a magnet, north (N) and south (S).
Attract: To pull towards. Opposite poles attract.
Repel: To push away. Like poles repel.

Quick check

Answer 3 questions to check what you learned.

1. What happens when the north pole of one magnet faces the south pole of another?

2. Which of these is attracted by a magnet?

3. Two magnets push each other away. The facing poles must be…

Try at home

Take a fridge magnet around your home and test spoons, keys, coins, foil and pencils. Make a list of what sticks. Keep magnets away from phones and bank cards.

Next, try a full lab

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