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Certainly, as long as the paper clips are made of iron or steel. Most paper clips are made of polished or zinc-plated steel.

Magnetism is a field that is not affected by water or any intervening matter unless that matter is also magnetic, or ferromagnetic.

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Can a magnet pick up a paper clip when both are under water?

Yes, a magnet can still pick up a paper clip even when both are under water because water does not significantly affect the magnetic force between the magnet and the paper clip.


What force operates when you use a bar magnet to pick up a paper clip?

The force that operates when using a bar magnet to pick up a paper clip is magnetic force. The magnet attracts the paper clip due to the magnetic field surrounding the magnet, pulling the paper clip towards it.


If a paper clip is picked up by a magnet underwater will the paper clip be magnetized and pick up other paper clips?

Yes. But the attached paper clip will usually not generate a magnetic field as strong as the magnet itself. At some point, either the field will be too weak to pick up another clip, or the weight of the clips will exceed the lifting power of the original magnet. The magnetic field is not affected by water. In fact, the slight reduction in weight due to the buoyancy will normally allow a slightly larger string to be formed underwater than in air.


Does a magnet pick up a paper clip in oil?

It will depend on the strength of the magnet. If there is any strength to it at all, there shouldn't be a problem.


Why might a magnet that sticks to your refrigerator be unable to pick up a far away paper clip?

The magnetic force weakens with distance, so the magnet may be unable to exert enough force to pick up the paper clip when it is far away. The strength of the magnetic field decreases rapidly with distance, which is why the magnet can only attract objects that are close to it.


Why can cold water magnet pick up the most paper clips?

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How does a cell phone pick up a paper clip?

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How many paperclips can a bar magnet pick up?

The number of paperclips a bar magnet can pick up will depend on the strength of the magnet and the size of the paperclips. In general, a typical bar magnet can pick up several small paperclips at once.


Does the shape of a magnet have an effect on how many paper clips it can pick up?

Yes, the shape of a magnet can affect how many paper clips it can pick up. Magnets with a stronger magnetic field and larger surface area can typically pick up more paper clips compared to smaller or weaker magnets. Additionally, the orientation of the magnet in relation to the paper clips can also impact its ability to pick them up efficiently.


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Why will one magnet pick up more paper clips than two of the same magnets put together?

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Can forces only affect objects if the object is touched?

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