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Watch as scientists create a levitation device using electromagnetic principles. An episode of the Veritasium playlist explores the science behind levitation obtained through magnetic fields. Scholars learn how magnets provide the lift for a machine that weighs more than 100 pounds.
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Instructional Ideas
- Follow the lesson with a laboratory exploration of electromagnetic principles
- Have pupils sketch the magnetic field lines of the legs of the quadcopter
Classroom Considerations
- Expects a basic understanding of magnetic fields
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Describes in detail the principles leading to levitation
- Includes discussion of future implications of the technology
Cons
- None