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The mineral lodestone, also known as magnetite, is ferromagnetic, which means that it can be magnetized. Most of the magnetite found on Earth was magnetized by the Earth's magnetic field as the magnetite formed. Most naturally occurring lodestones are magnetized, but the strength of that magnetization is much less than any common magnet and can only be detected with sophisticated equipment. The invisible force is... magnetism.

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What is the meaning of lodestone?

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Where is lodestone located in New York?

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What mineral is a magnet?

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Can you make a lodestone?

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What is a mineral that is magnetic?

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Can a lodestone rock float?

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How might you identify whether a mineral might be lodestone?

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How might you identify whether a mineral sample might be lodestone?

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