Bar Magnet Set | Red & Blue | N & S Marked | Pack of 2 - Science Aid

Show children how magnetic poles attract and repel with a pair of classic bar magnets. This set has 2 bar magnets painted red and blue with the N and S poles marked, packed on a card, for science lessons, school projects and home experiments.

Specifications

Perfect for

• School science lessons on magnetism
• Showing that like poles repel
• Science fair and school projects
• Home learning experiments

Compatibility

Works with: paper clips, pins, iron filings and other iron or steel objects.

Pairs well with: iron filings on a sheet of paper to show the field lines.

Not suitable for: phones, bank cards, electronics or anyone with a pacemaker. Keep the magnets away from them.

How to Use

1. Bring two ends together to feel them attract or push apart.
2. Lay a sheet of paper over a magnet and sprinkle iron filings on top to see the field lines.
3. Store the pair side by side with N beside S so they keep their strength.

Before You Buy

• The pull strength and magnet grade are not stated.
• Young children need an adult nearby.
• The 9 piece magnet science set adds horseshoe and ring magnets. This set is 2 bar magnets only.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many magnets are in the set?
2 bar magnets, painted red and blue with N and S marked.

What will the magnets pick up?
Iron and steel objects such as paper clips, pins and iron filings. They do not attract aluminium, copper, plastic or paper.

Should I pick this or the 9 piece magnet science set?
Pick this pair of 2 bar magnets to teach poles, as the N and S are marked. Pick the 9 piece set for a young child who wants to play with horseshoe, bar and ring magnets together.