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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.


Is friction used for a nail to pick up paperclips?

no it is magnetism


What rock can you use to pick up paperclips?

A magnetized rock, such as magnetite or hematite, can be used to pick up paperclips because they have magnetic properties that attract objects made of iron, like paperclips. These rocks can act as makeshift magnets for small metal objects.


How does a cell phone pick up paperclips?

The back of the phone on the inside where the battery connector is, is magnetic to a paper clip.


Why does a magnet pick up paperclips only when it gets close?

A magnet only picks up paperclips when it gets close because the magnetic field produced by the magnet is strongest near its surface. As the paperclip gets closer, it enters the magnet's strong magnetic field and is attracted to it.


What type of rock can pick up paperclips?

it would have to be a rock containing the mineral Iron. which would then have to be magnetized to create a temporary magnet, or a permanent magnet if prepared properly


Unlock door without key?

pick it with paperclips or bobby pins. here is some websites. howtopickalock.com


What the best description of a magnet?

it picks up paperclips :-)


What is the common name for magnetite?

lodestone it sounds like something made up from "harry potter" right? but its true, lodestone is the name.


How many paperclips are in a box of No3 paperclips?

A standard box of No. 3 paperclips usually contains about 100 paperclips.


What is another name for lodestone?

Lodestone is a magnetized piece of magnetite and is sometimes referred to as magnetite. Lodestone is a naturally occurring magnet that attracts iron.


Is lodestone a weak or strong magnet?

A lodestone is a naturally occurring magnet and is considered to be a strong magnet.