1. What is Magnetism. From Ms. Schlott at http://www. teachers. eischools
Hmmm…

2. Magnetism
A force of attraction and repulsion

3. Poles of a Magnet Law of Magnetic Poles North and South
Area where the magnetic force is the strongest
North and South
(N & S)
Law of Magnetic Poles
Opposites attract & Likes repel
Poles CANNOT be separated!!!

4. Magnetic Field
A region around a magnet where the force is the strongest N S
The strength of the field decreases as the distance from the field increases.

5. Magnetic Domains
NOT A MAGNET!!!
When all of the domains are lined up, the object becomes magnetized

6. Demagnetizing a Magnet
A magnet is no longer a magnet
The domains are not lined up anymore
Ways to Demagnetize a Magnet
1) Heating
2) Dropping
3) Other Strong Impact