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A paper clip is an instrument used to hold sheets of paper together, usually made of steel wire bent to a looped shape. Most paper clips are variations of the Gem type introduced in the 1890s or earlier, characterized by the almost two full loops made by the wire.
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Who discover paper clip?
The paper clip was not discovered. It was invented.
What is a paper clip made out of?
A paper clip is usually made of mild steel or plastic. There are some other metals used, but they are much less common. The steel ones are plated or have a vinyl coating. A history of this handy office product is posted at Wikipedia, and a link is provided.
What are paper clips made out of?
paper clips are usually made out of steel wire. Some are made out of plastic.
Inventor paper clip?
Johan Vaaler patented the paper clip in 1899 and 1901. He was an inventor and patent clerk in Kristiania, Norway.
How and why was the paper clip was invented?
The first patent for a bent wire paper clip was awarded in the United States to Samuel B. Fay
How come you can lift a paper clip with a magnet without touching it?
magnet attracts iron. paper clip made of iron magnet atrracts paper clip...
What metal is a paper clip made of?
Metal paper clips are usually made out of steel.
How did the paper clip effect society?
It made it easier to clip pieces of paper without having to put a stapler in the paper and making a whole in it.
What are the ingredients of a paper clip?
Paper clips a usually made from steel wire.
Is it true that you can make a paper clip magnetic?
If the paper clip is made of a magentic metal such as steele, then you cn make it magnetic. If it is made of plastic or a non-magnetic metal, then you cannot.
Is a metal paper clip a conductor or insulator?
If it is made of metal, it is a conductor.
What elements found in a paper clip?
A paper clip is not a mineral.A paper clip is either made of metal (usually steel - an alloy composed of iron, carbon, etc.) or plastic (an organic polymer). Both of these are synthetic materials made in industrial factories.
Is a paper clip an insulator or an conductor?
Conductor
What is th mass of a paper clip?
Depends on the material is made from and how big it is.
Could a paper clip be considered copper?
Most paper clips are made from steel. You could make a paper clip out of copper, but the cost would be higher for something that would do the same job.
Who discover paper clip?
The paper clip was not discovered. It was invented.
What does a magnent do to a paper clip?
The paper clip clings to the the magnet
