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Applied Science Physics Pre Lab

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Young scholars explore physics. In this magnetism lesson, students attempt to make a magnet out of a iron rod. They observe the teacher complete the procedure first and then try it themselves.

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magnetism, magnets, repelling

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attract, magnetism, make a magnet, repel, science
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Grade
8th - 10th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
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