Magnets and Electromagnets

Magnets and Electromagnets is a super cool app that helps you understand how magnets really work. You can't see a magnetic field, right? So, it can be tough to picture it without some help. This app changes all that!

Discover How Magnets Work

The first simulation in the app lets you explore how a simple magnet operates. You'll get to see its magnetic field in action as it interacts with a compass. Plus, you can measure the strength of the magnetic field at different points. It's like having your own little science lab right on your device!

Visualizing Earth's Magnetic Field

You can even swap out the regular magnet for a tiny version of Earth! This shows what our planet's magnetic field might look like if we could actually see it. You have options to hide or show different elements, like the compass or field meter—totally customizable!

Exploring Electromagnets

The second simulation dives into electromagnets created using power sources and coils. It shows you how electrons move through these coils and how their magnetic fields are set up.

You start with a basic DC battery as your power source, which keeps electrons moving in one direction through the coils. But wait—there's more! You can switch to an AC power supply, and suddenly those electrons will reverse direction multiple times every second! Pretty wild, right?

A Great Learning Tool

This app is perfect whether you're curious about magnets or you're teaching someone else about them. It's easy to use and only takes seconds to set up!

If you're ready to enhance your understanding of magnets and electromagnets, check out this awesome tool!