What Is A Magnet?
An object that creates a magnetic field is a magnet, and a magnetic field is characterized as an energy field that attracts ferrous compounds and attracts or repels other magnets.
How Do They Work?
The movement of electrons creates energy, so when a number of electrons are in alignment in terms of their direction, they create sufficient energy to attract other objects with opposite yet similarly aligned electron movements. The directional nature of the movement is responsible for the opposite attractive forces generally called "Poles" and identified as "North" and "South".
What Are They Made of?
A list of magnet materials is provided below - each has a unique set of characteristics and applications.