5H20.10-Magnets on a pivot
Video: Instructor’s video
Description: This demonstration shows that a magnet on a pivot will move in response to another magnet close by.
A variation of this is to put both magnets on a pivot and observe that opposite poles attract.
Equipment:
- 2 Bar magnets
- 2 Pivots
- Electric Magnetizer
Setup Procedure:
- Using the electric magnetizer, magnetize two bar magnets.
Demonstration Procedure:
- Place one magnet on a pivot and bring the other one near it. Note that like poles repel and opposite poles attract.
- Place the other magnet on a pivot and bring them near each other. Note that they align themselves with opposite poles facing each other.