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Magnetic: Fridge magnet Non magnetic: Milk
A fridge magnet works by creating a magnetic field that attracts to the metal surface of a refrigerator. The magnet is typically made of a material, such as iron or a ferromagnetic alloy, that retains its magnetic properties. This allows the magnet to stick to the fridge and hold papers or other lightweight objects in place.
The magnetic force of a fridge magnet is relatively weak compared to other magnets. It is strong enough to hold lightweight objects like papers or photos on the fridge, but not strong enough to attract or hold heavier objects.
It stays on by a magic floating thing in the back
A magnet sticks to a refrigerator because the metal of the fridge is ferromagnetic, meaning it can be magnetized. When a magnet is pressed against the fridge, it creates a magnetic field that aligns with the refrigerator's magnetic field, causing the two to stick together.
A piece of paper is not magnetic, so it does not interact with the magnetic field produced by the magnet. The magnet can only attract materials that are magnetic or contain magnetic elements, like iron or steel.
The refrigerator is usually not permanently magnetic; the magnet will induce magnetism temporarily in the refrigerator when it is brought close to it.
Adding more paper increases the distance between the magnet and the metal surface of the refrigerator. The farther the magnet is from the metal, the weaker the magnetic force holding it in place. This reduced magnetic force can cause the magnet to fall off.
A magnet is a device that attracts iron or steel. I received an A+ on my test, so my mother posted it on the fridge with a magnet.
A permanent magnet is a material that retains its magnetic properties without the need for an external magnetic field. These magnets have their own persistent magnetic field and can attract or repel other objects with magnetic properties. Common examples include fridge magnets and magnets used in speakers.
Yes, a magnet can be submerged in oil and still attract iron. The presence of oil does not interfere with the magnetic field generated by the magnet, as oil is not a magnetic material. Therefore, the magnet will still be able to attract ferromagnetic materials like iron, regardless of being in oil.
Magnets attract the refrigerator due to the magnetic force between the magnet and the metal components of the fridge, which are typically made of ferromagnetic materials like iron or steel. This magnetic force creates a bond between the magnet and the refrigerator, causing the magnet to stick to the surface.