Magnet Poles
Every magnet has two poles, often shown as red and blue. Opposite poles pull together, while matching poles push apart.
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In the picture
- The badge sits on the red pole facing a blue pole.
- The badge sits on the blue pole facing that red pole.
- The badge sits on the red pole facing another red pole.
Examples
- Magnetic toy trains click together when opposite poles face each other.
- Two magnets in a building set push away when like poles are turned toward each other.
Key takeaways
- Opposite poles attract.
- Like poles repel.
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