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Magnetic tension force

Magnetic tension force is like hugging a really strong magnet. Have you ever played with magnets before? They stick together when they are close to each other, right? Well, when two magnets are facing each other with their opposite poles (north and south) close together, they feel a force that tries to pull them apart. This is called the magnetic tension force.

Think of it like a game of tug-of-war. One magnet pulls to the right, and the other pulls to the left. The harder each magnet pulls, the stronger the magnetic tension force becomes. This force can be used to hold things together, like when you use a magnet to hold a paperclip on your fridge.

Scientists use the magnetic tension force in a lot of different ways. They can use it to create powerful machines that lift heavy things, or to generate electricity. It's pretty cool when you think about it. All from just a little hug between two magnets!
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