Are You Attracted to Me?
Understanding Magnetic Force
found objects
 Standard S1c: Physical Science Concepts

The student produces evidence that demonstrates understanding of magnetism.
force field
In the above demonstration, students are able to "see" the magnetic force field
Students experimented with a group of items to determine whether or not they were attracted to a magnet.
building a magnetic chain
building a chain
magnetic force in action
two bar magnets
Students learn that certain kinds of metal attract iron and steel.  Metals that can do this are called magnets and magnetism is a force.

Force and Motion Unit
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