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  1. Magnet - Wikipedia

    A magnet is a material or object that produces a magnetic field. This magnetic field is invisible but is responsible for the most notable property of a magnet: a force that pulls on other …

  2. Magnetism | Definition, Examples, Physics, & Facts | Britannica

    Nov 9, 2025 · Magnetism, phenomenon associated with magnetic fields, which arise from the motion of electric charges. It can be an electric current in a conductor or charged particles …

  3. Scientists find a surprising twist in Earth's magnetic field

    Nov 12, 2025 · Parts of Earth's magnetic field work in reverse compared to what long-standing models predict, new research suggests.

  4. How Do Magnets Work? The Physics Behind Magnetism

    May 23, 2025 · At its core, magnetism is a force—a special kind of interaction between objects that can cause attraction or repulsion without physical contact. Magnets produce magnetic …

  5. MAGNETIC Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of MAGNETIC is possessing an extraordinary power or ability to attract. How to use magnetic in a sentence.

  6. Magnetism - National Geographic Society

    Oct 19, 2023 · The magnetic needle of a compass lines up with Earth’s magnetic poles. The north end of a magnet points toward the North Magnetic Pole, which holds a south magnetic charge.

  7. Magnetism - Math is Fun

    Fridge magnets, compass needles and some door fasteners are all examples of permanent magnets. Their magnetism comes from the "spin" of electrons. This isn't like the spinning of a …