How do I make an electromagnet?

This website gives detailed instructions for making an electromagnet and how to make an electromagnet stronger. An additional feature is student worksheets for completing electromagnet experiments. Lesson plan with student worksheet for completing experiments with electromagnets and background information on electromagnets.

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How do I make an electromagnet?

Lesson Variations

Blooms taxonomy level:

Understanding

Helpful Hints

You will need:

One iron nail fifteen centimeters (6 in) long
Three meters (10 ft) of 22 gauge insulated, stranded copper wire
One or more D-cell batteries
A pair of wire strippers

References

Contributors:

Virginia Cooter

Originator:

Ayers Institute for Learning & Innovation

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