Magnet and Compass Simulation

Magnet and Compass

Topics

• Magnetic Field
• Magnetism
• Magnets

Sample Learning Goals

• Predict the direction of the magnetic field for different locations around a bar magnet and an electromagnet.
• Relate magnetic field strength to distance quantitatively and qualitatively.
• Describe how the earth's magnetic field relates to a bar magnet.

Inclusive Features

Alternative Input
Pan and Zoom

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System Requirements

HTML5 simulations can run on iPads, Chromebooks, PC, Mac, and Linux systems.
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