Mondo Magnets

40 Attractive (and Repulsive) Devices and Demonstrations

By Fred Jeffers

SCIENCE

160 Pages, 7 x 10

Formats: PDF, EPUB, Mobipocket

PDF, $9.99 (US $9.99) (CA $12.99)

Publication Date: March 2007

ISBN 9781569763988

Rights: WOR

Chicago Review Press (Mar 2007)

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Overview

Harness the fun and magic of magnets

Surprising and seemingly impossible effects result from the 40 experiments included in this fascinating science resource—all based on real magnetic physics. Each experiment—such as using a common refrigerator magnet to create a three-dimensional image or floating a magnet and carbon sheet in midair—is outlined with step-by-step instructions and diagrams that illustrate the key concepts of magnetism. Even the most experienced science teacher or at-home tinkerer will find dozens of new tricks in this amazing collection.

Reviews

"A valuable resource for those who build demonstrations for education or entertainment." —IEEE Magnetics Society Newsletter

Author Biography

Fred Jeffers has worked in magnetic product research and development since 1967, and has been awarded 60 U.S. patents, with several more pending. He is an Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Fellow and was an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer for 1999–2000.

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