The basics of magnetism
By: Christopher Cooper
Series: Core concepts
Publisher: Rosen Publishing
Published: 2015
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 96
ISBN-13: 9781477777602
Subjects: Magnetism; Juvenile literature
Description: "Page after page, this title proves that the power of attraction is undeniable. Readers move beyond a simple fascination with the power of magnets to a clear understanding of the science behind magnetics. Natural magnets, Earth's magnetic field, and the ties between electricity and magnetics are all featured, in addition to the creation and use of magnets in commercial and everyday applications. Information about the life and work of physicist Joseph Henry, a leading electromagnetics pioneer, and a timeline of important dates in the field are also included"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 88-89) and index.

Grades 7-12.
Table of contents: title: Magnetic materials; title: Magnetic poles and fields; title: Earth's magnetism; title: Making magnets; title: Uses of magnets; title: Electricity and magnetism; title: Making electromagnets; title: Electromagnetic devices; title: Motor effect; title: Electric motors; title: Using electric motors; title: Electric vehicles; title: Biography: Joseph Henry.