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@ Magnetic Nuts & Bolts Holder
Brillianie 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
Alnico is an alloy made up of aluminium, nickel and cobalt. A strong permanent magnet can be made from Alnico alloys. Consumer electronics and industrial applications use them extensively. The material is found for example in large electric motors, microphones, loudspeakers, electric guitar pickups and microwave ovens.

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@ Abstract, Magnetic Energy
"You know, I love talking about magnets. But I try not to."
"Why's that, Brillianie?" asked Bono, baffled.
"It's quite a polarizing topic!" responded Brillianie.

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@ Dutch Fridge Magnets
"What’s the difference between a magnet and a construction site?" asked Eton.
"I don't know; what?" responded Brillianie.
"A construction site has more poles!"

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@ Aurora Borealis Phenomenon
Magnetic fields can cause paper clips to become temporary magnets attracting other paper clips. In the absence of the permanent magnet, the paper clips lose their magnetic properties.

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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
"What’s the difference between a magnet and a construction site?" asked Choose a name.
"I don't know; what?" responded Brillianie.
"A construction site has more poles!"

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

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@ Ducks in a Row
"I'm very pleased with my new fridge magnet. So far I've got five fridges!" said Nut.
"Ouch!" responded Brillianie.

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@ Itty Bitty Magnets
Samarium Cobalt alloys are rare earth magnets, often used in specialist applications such as aerospace.

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@ Electromagnetic Waves
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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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
Samarium Cobalt alloys are rare earth magnets, often used in specialist applications such as aerospace.

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

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

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@ Old Fashioned Compass
Scientists have shown that Earth’s magnetic field is weakening. Current events have made it less attractive.

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@ Happy Fridge Magnet
"I've bought so many souvenirs from the gift shop already my rucksack's almost full!" said Needles.
"Me too!" said Brillianie. "It's great on this experience, isn't it?"

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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
The unit used to measure the strength of a magnet is called a tesla.

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@ Dart Board
"What’s the difference between a magnet and a construction site?" asked Brownie.
"I don't know; what?" responded Brillianie.
"A construction site has more poles!"

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

@ Industrial Electromagnet
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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@ Computer Hard Drive
Magnetic fields can cause paper clips to become temporary magnets attracting other paper clips. In the absence of the permanent magnet, the paper clips lose their magnetic properties.

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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
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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@ Physics Wallpaper
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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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
Brillianie has now completed her exploration of Magnets. As she prepares to go home, she receives a wonderful gift!

Brillianie 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!