Magnetism

With an emphasis on enquiry, the Science Answers books answer the questions that children ask and addresses the topics that they are required to research at this level.
Aspects of science are linked to everyday examples that will be familiar to the reader to aid understanding, before moving on to more complex topics.
Answers key questions about the main topics at this level.
Includes experiments to illustrate the topic under discussion and to develop understanding of scientific methodology.
Provides information on scientific measurement and the more unusual or amazing applications of the topic being covered.

What is “animal magnetism”? How does a compass work? Why do motors need magnets? Investigate the attractive world of physical science! Find out for yourself about Magnetism through experiments that you can do at home. Did you know that the magnetic North Pole is in a different place than the geographic North Pole? Magnetism will show you the importance of investigating and understanding the physical world around you.