Episode 15: Beyond Fridge Magnets: The Astonishing World of Magnetism

In this episode, we explore the captivating world of magnetism, a force that has intrigued scientists, inventors, and curious minds for centuries. Magnetism, beyond everyday fridge magnets, plays a fundamental role in our world, shaping the Earth's magnetic field and enabling technologies like MRI machines. At its core, it's the force of attraction or repulsion in materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt, generated by moving charged particles, especially electrons. Our journey starts with the discovery of natural magnets, those rocks that mysteriously attract metals, and delves into the fascinating science of magnetism.