Electromagnet with Nails

Identifier: E&M: M - 002

A solenoid with an iron core sits next to a box of nails.

Concept Overview:

Creation of a magnet via current in a coil surrounding an iron core.

Step(s) to Follow	Expected Results
Close the switch. Bring the box of nails close to the iron core.	The nails will leap from the box and cling together to the end of the core, as shown below:
Set the box down. Open the switch.	The nails will fall from the core, as shown below:

Step(s) to Follow

Expected Results

The nails will leap from the box and cling together to the end of the core, as shown below:

A waterfall of nails sticks to the iron core of the solenoid.

The nails will fall from the core, as shown below:

Tutorial: Set-up Instructions for E&M: M - 2

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