Magnetism is one of the most fascinating phenomena. It causes objects to behave in unusual ways, often leaving children amazed. While this type of magnetism isn't particularly applicable in industry, it can be used to conduct a very interesting experiment.
Part 1
Step 1. Discharge any static electricity accumulated in your body by grounding yourself.
Discharge any static electricity accumulated in your body by grounding yourself. Simply touch a metal object that is in contact with the ground, such as the metal leg of a table.
Step 2. Hold a metal object (preferably long and thin) in your non-dominant hand and take a magnet in your dominant hand.
Hold the metal object (preferably long and thin) in your non-dominant hand and take the magnet in your dominant hand. If possible, rest the metal object on your open palm without gripping it with your fingers, as they may interfere with the experiment.
Step 3. Position the magnet with the positive pole at the near end of the metal object.
Position the magnet with the positive pole at the near end of the metal object. Hold the magnet by the negative pole, avoiding placing your hand in the area between the magnet and the metal object.
Step 4. Rub the magnet along the metal object.
Rub the magnet along the metal object. Make slow, upward strokes. Continuously move the magnet in a straight line for best results.
Step 5. Rub the magnet along the object, performing 10 strokes up and down.
Rub the magnet along the object, performing 10 strokes up and down. This will align the negative and positive particles within the object, magnetizing it.
Step 6. Test the magnetism of the metal object by bringing a paperclip close to it.
Test the magnetism of the metal object by bringing a paperclip close to it. If the paperclip sticks to the object due to magnetic force, you’ve done everything correctly.
Step 7. Rub the magnet again until the object is fully magnetized.
Rub the magnet again until the object is fully magnetized. Repeat this process until you create a magnet. If it doesn’t work, try the same method with a different metal object or magnet.
