Explaining Primary Science: A Guide to Theory and Practice
Second Edition
Magnet and iron fillings on paper experiment
In this experiment you will see how iron fillings cling to the magnet. The equipment you will need for this experiment includes:
- A magnet
- Piece of paper
- Iron fillings
Method and observation:
- Place the magnet on the table and the piece of paper on top of the magnet
- Place the iron fillings on top of the paper sheet and see the iron fillings move around the magnet