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J5-32: MAGNETIC LEVITATION - PERMANENT MAGNET AND ELECTROMAGNET

PURPOSE: To demonstrate magnetic levitation.

DESCRIPTION: A ring magnet levitates above an electromagnet, held in place horizontally by a plastic tube. Turn the power supply on and off for controlled levitation.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 5H20.20)

EQUIPMENT: Power supply, electromagnet and permanent ring magnet.

SETUP TIME: None.


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