Science Project - Making a Paper Clip Float

Introduction

The purpose of my science fair project this year is to make a paper clip float upwards in mid-air. It consists of gravity and magnetic fields. It is not as easy as it sounds, because some magnets may be to powerful or weak, and making the paper clip float upwards is difficult.

Materials

1. String

2. Scotch tape

3. Table or chair (to hang paper clip)

4. Paper clip or similar object

5. Refrigerator Magnet

My Hypothesis

I do not think a paper clip can float upward in mid-air, even if a magnet and string is used. I do not believe there is any possible way to do this unless an extremely powerful magnet is placed on the roof of the room.

Procedure

The string will be attached to the chair or table. It will be stuck on with the tape. The string must be placed at the end of the table or chair so this the string is not hanging to close to the object it is taped to.