Levitating magnet

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PIRA index: 5H20.20

Description

A focused magnetic field from a strong magnet levitates a smaller magnet

Equipment

  • Levitating magnet setup
  • Strong magnet
  • Small square magnet
  • Small non-magnetic tool (like a plastic fork)

Instructions

  • Place the strong magnet on the of plastic plate
  • Insert the small the magnet between the to dark plates with the small plastic tool.
  • Adjust the height and alignment of the strong magnet with the screws such that the small magnet levitate.


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