Lesson Plan

Mapping the Field of Multiple Dipole Magnets

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So you built a magnetometer, now what? High school scientists use their magnetometer made in a previous lesson to map the union of magnetic fields of dipole magnets. They experiment with different alignments and draw conclusions about other alignments for homework. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • If class time allows, use some of the eight homework examples as extra in-class lab activities
Classroom Considerations
  • Magnetometer from previous lesson and cow magnets are required for the activity
  • Activity is the 17th an 18-part series
Pros
  • Excellent activity for making informed hypothesis as the activity continues
Cons
  • Answer key is not included
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