Tuesday’s session at the Discovery Science and Technology Centre was an exciting exploration into the world of magnets. The adventure began with the girls sharing their thoughts on magnets. Some believed magnets only interacted with metals, while others thought they could attract only specific objects. With these ideas in mind, the group set out to uncover the true properties of magnets.
The first challenge was to explore the exhibits at the Centre and identify how magnets were used. As they moved through the displays, the girls discovered objects that were attracted, repelled, or not affected at all by magnets. Each exhibit provided a new piece of the puzzle, helping them understand how magnetic fields can pull or push certain materials and how different substances respond to magnets.
Next, the girls were tasked with sorting a variety of items into four categories: “magnetic,” “attracted,” “repelled,” and “not affected.” Without using magnets, they had to rely on their assumptions. Once they completed their sorting, they tested their choices and were surprised to find that not all metals were attracted to magnets. Metals like aluminium and copper, for example, were unaffected by magnets at all. Intrigued by this discovery, the girls set out to investigate which metals did not respond to magnets. They examined a range of materials and learned that not all metals have the same magnetic properties.
Finally, with their new understanding of magnetism, the girls were ready for a creative challenge: to design a game based on attraction, repulsion, and neutrality. Combining their scientific knowledge with creativity, they crafted an engaging game that demonstrated the real-world applications of magnets. It was a day filled with discovery, exploration, and fun, offering a deeper understanding of the science behind magnets.
A special thank you to Alissa for providing valuable information on this week’s Girls into STEM Club session. Your contribution is greatly appreciated!
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