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Uses of Magnets

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Write two uses of a magnet.

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Magnet: A substance that has the property of attracting iron, steel, cobalt and nickel.
Two uses of magnets are:
2.1. Magnets are used in making a magnetic compass for finding directions, magnetic toys and magnetic stickers.
2.2. Magnets are used in refrigerator doors, electricity meters and pencil boxes.

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