Ferrofluid


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A ferrofluid is a liquid which becomes strongly magnetized in the presence of a magnetic field. Ferrofluids are made up of tiny magnetic fragments of iron suspended in oil (often kerosene) with a surfactant to prevent clumping (usually oleic acid).

 

Watch the below video for explanation:

 

Do you want to make your own ferrofluid? Follow this link to get the instructions.

 

Videos of ferrofluid fun! :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBanQOFyQj4

 

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