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How Neodymium Magnets Work

Neodymium magnets are a rare earth element magnet that is much, much stronger than the ferric magnets we tend to use. Today you can order neodymium and other rare earth magnets online without much trouble. The strength of the magnetic field is dependent upon the number of coils around the nail as well as some other factors. It's also the basis of a ton of the work done in electrical fields, including general electronics, computers, storage.

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