PIRA Classification: 5G10.20
Description: A 6" strip of spring steel has been magnetized to make a "magnet". When the ends of the strip are brought near a large compass needle, the needle will either be attracted to, or repelled from, the end of the strip, showing it has opposite poles. A pair of sheet metal cutters is then used to cut the magnetic strip into smaller pieces. It can be demonstrated that each piece still has a north and south pole.
Special Instructions: None
Condition: Good
Setup time: 1 minute
Safety Issues: The steel can have sharp edges after being cut. Please take care.