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Magnetic Current is a short pamphlet by eccentric sculptor and writer Edward Leedskalnin. Detailing his many experiments with magnets, this work posits that it is not metal itself that is magnetic. Rather, tiny individual magnet particles that circulate in and around the metal give it its pull.
Edward Leedskalnin was born in Latvia in 1887. While his formal education lasted only until 4th grade, he was intensely curious and spent much of his youth...
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"Magnets are all around us, but how do they work? This innovate book delves into that question and many more, showing readers how the pushes and pulls of magnetic force impact both our planet and everyday lives. Informative flowcharts bring magnetism concepts to life with bright colors and insightful fact boxes, giving readers extra incentive to learn more about magnetic materials, how magnets are used in motors, and much more."--
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This practical guide begins by covering voltage, current, resistance, impedance, admittance, and power supplies. Having trouble understanding the fundamentals of electricity? Problem solved! Electricity Demystified, Second Edition, makes it shockingly easy to learn the basic concepts. Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide begins by covering direct current (DC), voltage, resistance, circuits, cells, and batteries. The book goes on...
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Answering its own title question, this book takes the mystery out of magnets and magnetism in language that younger readers can readily understand. Common Core Standards in the physical sciences were considered when determining what material should be covered. Polarity, magnetic fields, electromagnetics, the difference between soft and hard magnets, and the ways in which magnets are used in industry, medicine, and everyday life are among the topics...
7) Magnetism
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"From an early age, children are often fascinated by magnets on their refrigerator or in toys they play with. However, do they know how those magnets actually work? They will after reading this volume. Readers expand their knowledge of magnets as they learn how magnets work and what magnets can be used for in everyday life. The accessible and age-appropriate main text is presented alongside extra features, such as detailed sidebars, informative fact...
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"Amazing magnets are everywhere--on the refrigerator and inside machines and toys. Even Earth is a giant magnet! A magnet can be strong enough to lift a car. But magnets work only in a certain way. This simple, colorful book explores the attractive power of magnets"--Publisher provided.
11) Magnetism
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"First Science explains introductory physical science concepts about magnetism through real-world observation and simple scientific diagrams. Intended for students grades three through six"--Provided by publisher.
12) Magnets
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Introduces different kinds of magnets, how they work, and some of the ways in which they are used.
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Magnets have amazing power to make things move. But how do they work? What are they used for? Readers will learn the answers to these questions and more through easy-to-read text and vivid photographs. An experiment rounds out the book and provides a hands-on learning experience to encourage deeper understanding. Meets Next Generation Science Standards.
16) Magnetism
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"Simple text and colorful photos introduce the topic of magnetism"--
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