Force, Motion and Magnets

Force, Motion and Magnets

This week our topic has to do with force and motion.  We are including magnetism to add a little extra interest to the mix. What is magnetic force?  It is  a consequence of the electromagnetic force caused by the motion of charges.  Two objects with a charge containing the same direction of motion have a magnetic force attraction between them.  And objects with charge moving in opposite directions have a repulsive force between them.  

Let’s try something a little radical in terms of magnetic force and art.  Let’s paint using magnets!  Watch the following YouTube video for a visual “how to”.  

https://youtu.be/Cczarst2jRE

Things you’ll need:

Paper

Magnets

Metal objects to help you paint interesting designs

As long as you are able to achieve magnetic attraction between your magnet and metal objects, with your paper in between, you’ll be able to create an interesting painting.