North & South Experiment (BRM28)

Experiment: Finding the Poles of a Magnet Using Metal Shavings

Materials:

• A bar or horseshoe magnet

• Iron/metal shavings

• A sheet of paper

Steps:

1. Place the magnet flat on the table.

2. Put a sheet of paper over the magnet.

3. Sprinkle metal shavings gently on top of the paper.

4. Tap the paper lightly.

What to Observe:

• The metal shavings gather more at the ends of the magnet.

• These ends are the north and south poles of the magnet.

Conclusion:
The poles of a magnet are at the ends, where the magnetic force is strongest and attracts the most metal shavings.