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@ Magnetic Nuts & Bolts Holder
Amaryllis begins her exploration of Magnets.

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@ Computer Hard Disk

Blue And Copper Egg
The first painted eggs came from Mesopotamia, and because eggs were forbidden food during Lent, people painted eggs while Lent was being observed—after Lent, they would eat the eggs on Easter Day.

Beautifully decorated eggs “pysanka” are associated with Ukraine, and the oldest painted egg that was unearthed in northern Ukraine is dated to the end of the 17th century.

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Cheerful Magnetic Clips
Keep your noticeboard in order with these colourful clips!

@ Cheerful Magnetic Clips
Scientists have shown that Earth’s magnetic field is weakening. Current events have made it less attractive.

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@ Magnetised Metal Spheres
"I've bought so many souvenirs from the gift shop already my rucksack's almost full!" said Charm.
"Me too!" said Amaryllis. "It's great on this experience, isn't it?"

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@ Abstract, Magnetic Energy
Scientists have shown that Earth’s magnetic field is weakening. Current events have made it less attractive.

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@ Dutch Fridge Magnets
"Wow! I'm going to get me one of these cool fridge magnets!" remarked Eddy Easter Bunny.
"Me too!" said Amaryllis. "It'll be a nice reminder of our Rare Earth experience, won't it?"

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@ Aurora Borealis Phenomenon
"What’s the difference between a magnet and a construction site?" asked Sheba.
"I don't know; what?" responded Amaryllis.
"A construction site has more poles!"

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Purple and Gold Aurora
Auroras occur when charged particles (electrons and protons) collide with gases in the Earth's upper atmosphere. Those collisions produce tiny flashes that fill the sky with colourful light. As billions of flashes occur in sequence, the auroras appear to move or dance in the sky.

@ Purple and Gold Aurora
Samarium Cobalt alloys are rare earth magnets, often used in specialist applications such as aerospace.

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@ Magnetic Levitation Traiin
Rare-earth magnets are the most powerful magnets available today. Strongest among the rare-earth magnets are neodymium magnets. As long as the magnetic circuit is in good condition, samarium cobalt magnets can outperform neo magnets at elevated temperatures (of approximately 150° C and above).

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@ Abstract Solar System
Electromagnets are used by some high-speed trains. These trains 'float' above the track, which reduces friction, helping the train to go faster.

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@ Ducks in a Row
Ferrite is a ceramic compound composed of iron oxide and other elements (strontium or barium). Among the applications of ferrites are refrigerator magnets and small electric motors.

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@ Itty Bitty Magnets
What will happen when the Earth's magnetic poles flip? I don't know, but I heard Santa's been interviewing penguins to see if they can pull a sleigh.

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@ Electromagnetic Waves
All magnets produce a magnetic force: this is called a magnetic field. This field travels from a magnet’s north pole to the south pole and is completely invisible to the human eye, however, iron filings can be used to show these fields.

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Turquoise Northern Lights
The aurora can be seen near the poles of both the northern and southern hemisphere. In the north the display is known as the aurora borealis; in the south it is called the aurora australis. What we are seeing in these beautiful displays in the sky are atoms and molecules in our atmosphere colliding with particles from the sun. The aurora's characteristic wavy patterns and curtains of light are caused by the lines of force in the Earth’s magnetic field.

@ Turquoise Northern Lights
"What’s the difference between a magnet and a construction site?" asked Banaring.
"I don't know; what?" responded Amaryllis.
"A construction site has more poles!"

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@ Fridge Magnet Icons
Oh look ... you found a truly unique little penguin!

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@ Hiking Compass
An electron and a proton walk into a magnetic field... ... Yes. That's it. There's no punchline. Physics isn't a joke.

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@ Old Fashioned Compass
What attracts knights in shining armour even more than damsels in distress? Magnets!

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@ Happy Fridge Magnet
Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune and Uranus all have their own magnetic fields.

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Northern Lights in Green
What causes the different colours in the aurora? Different gases give off different colours when they are heated. The same process is also taking place in the aurora. The two primary gases in the Earth’s atmosphere are nitrogen and oxygen, and these elements give off different colours during an aurora display. The green we see in the aurora is characteristic of oxygen, while hints of purple, blue or pink are caused by nitrogen.

@ Northern Lights in Green
Magnetic materials are always made of metal, but not all metals are magnetic. Iron is magnetic, so any metal with iron in it will be attracted to a magnet. Steel contains iron, so a steel paperclip will be attracted to a magnet too. Most other metals, for example aluminium, copper and gold, are NOT magnetic.

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@ Dart Board
Rare-earth magnets are the most powerful magnets available today. Strongest among the rare-earth magnets are neodymium magnets. As long as the magnetic circuit is in good condition, samarium cobalt magnets can outperform neo magnets at elevated temperatures (of approximately 150° C and above).

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Industrial Electromagnet
A scrap yard utilising an industrial strength electromagnet to deal with metal components.

@ Industrial Electromagnet
"You know, I love talking about magnets. But I try not to."
"Why's that, Amaryllis?" asked Slushie, baffled.
"It's quite a polarizing topic!" responded Amaryllis.

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@ Computer Hard Drive
Samarium Cobalt alloys are rare earth magnets, often used in specialist applications such as aerospace.

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Reel to Reel Tape
Some old-fashioned magnetic tape! Do you remember recording the top hits of the day on a reel-to-reel tape recorder?

@ Reel to Reel Tape
"Hey, Amaryllis—what's the difference between a pessimist and a magnet?"
"I don't know, Andrew. What is the difference?"
"A magnet has a positive side!"

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@ Physics Wallpaper
Magnetic materials are always made of metal, but not all metals are magnetic. Iron is magnetic, so any metal with iron in it will be attracted to a magnet. Steel contains iron, so a steel paperclip will be attracted to a magnet too. Most other metals, for example aluminium, copper and gold, are NOT magnetic.

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Fridge Magnets from Poland
A variety of fridge magnets from Poland, featuring its capital city, Warsaw, and the red and white Polish flag. You could buy one doubling as a handy bottle opener!

@ Fridge Magnets from Poland
Amaryllis has now completed her exploration of Magnets. As she prepares to go home, she receives a wonderful gift!

Amaryllis has enjoyed her tour of Magnets, but it is time to go home now! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also enjoy exotic materials!