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| compass | A device containing a magnetized needle that moves freely and is used to show direction. |
| lines of force | The lines that form a pattern showing the size and shape of a magnetic force field. |
| lodestone | A naturally magnetic mineral found at or near earth's surface. |
| magnetic field | The space around a magnet withing which the force of the magnet can act. |
| magnetism | A magnet's property of attracting certain materials, mainly iron and steel. |
| north pole | One of the ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest; it points to the north when the magnet moves freely. |
| south pole | One of the ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest; it points to the south when the magnet moves freely. |
| magnet | An object that has the property of attracting cerain materials, mainly iron and steel. |
