Yes, objects stick to a magnet by aligning with its magnetic field. They are attracted to the magnet’s poles, with the north pole attracting the south pole of the object and vice versa.
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A freely suspended magnet aligns itself along the Earth’s north-south direction due to Earth’s magnetic field. This property helps determine directions, as the north end of the magnet points towards the geographic north.
Magnetic declination is the angle between magnetic north (indicated by a compass) and true north (geographic north).
A magnetic field can be visualized using iron filings, which align along the field lines around a magnet when sprinkled on a sheet of paper.
This chapter helps develop a foundational understanding of magnetic principles and their applications. By learning about magnetism, I gain critical thinking skills and practical knowledge essential for scientific inquiry and experimentation, paving the way for future scientific endeavors.