Decoding the Mystery of Refrigerator Magnets: The Truth Behind One-Sided Magnets

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Refrigerator magnets do not possess a single pole; they are constructed with multiple magnetic segments, typically six-sided. Each segment contains small magnetic slits that create varying magnetic forces. This design allows for effective adhesion to metal surfaces, as demonstrated by the differing resistance when rubbed across a refrigerator. Understanding this mechanism clarifies the common misconception about the functionality of refrigerator magnets.

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[SOLVED] Refrigerator Magnet??

A magnet is suppose to have two poles the north and south, it is said that you can't ever have a magnet with only one pole. So how do refrigerator magnets work if they only have one side??

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Daniel
 
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Refrig magnets don't have one side they have six.

If you remove the side that has the picture or whatever on it, you have left a six sided magnet.

It actually contains many small slits that are magnets. Try rubbing the magnet across the frig in different directions, you'll find some rub fine and some do not.

This is due to the oposiing magnetic force.

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Thanks for the help.
Daniel
 

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