Magnet

Magnets

Magnets are an important object for humans because they have various uses for human daily life.

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Magnets

A magnet is an object that can attract metals and steel.

Use of magnets in our daily life

As magnets can be used to attracts metals. Hence, it has multiple purposes in human's daily life.

Most magnets are made up of metals.

Examples of the usage of magnets in our daily life:-

Fridge magnet: Can be used to stick notes on metal surfaces.
Knives holder: Can be used to stick knives.
Compass: Can be used to find direction.
Other uses: Can be used for household appliances, medical appliances and vehicles.

Shapes of magnets

Magnets come in multiple sizes and shapes.

Each magnet has a north and south pole.

Magnets reaction

The magnet can attract objects but not all objects can be attracted to the magnet.

A magnet will attract objects that are made up of metals.

Examples of magnetic and non-magnetic objects-

Magnetic objects are objects that can be attracted by magnets while non-magnetic objects are objects that cannot be attracted by magnets.

Attraction and Repulsion of Magnets

When two magnets are put close together they can attract or repel one another.

Strength of a Magnet

Every magnet has a different strength.