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What are some iron objects magnetic and some are not

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Iron is magnetic, so any metal with iron in it will be attracted to a magnet. Steel contains iron, so a steel paperclip will be attracted to a magnet too. Most other metals, for example, aluminum, copper, and gold are NOT magnetic. Two metals that aren't magnetic are gold and silver.

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