Magnets and Their Forces
Students will explore the properties of magnets and how magnetic forces interact with different materials.
Key Questions
- Explain how magnets attract and repel certain materials.
- Compare the strength of different magnets and their fields.
- Design a simple device that uses magnetic force to achieve a task.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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