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Lab #36.2
Magnetism: Seeing Magnetic
Fields
Purpose
In this activity,
students will explore the
patterns of magnetic fields
around bar magnets in various
configurations.
Discussion
A magnetic
field is a kind of aura that
surrounds magnets. Although
it can’t be seen directly,
the overall shape of the
field can be seen by the
effect it has on iron
filings.
Required Equipment
3 bar magnets,
iron filings and paper or a
magnetic field protectoral (iron
filings suspended in oil encased
in an acrylic envelope)
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Student Worksheet
Teacher Notes
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