electromagnets and circuits ELL

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What is the role of magnets in electrical circuits, such as generators?

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Magnets are essential in electrical circuits to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.

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How do magnets interact with each other based on their poles?

Back

Magnets interact by attracting and repelling each other depending on their poles.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

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What is the definition of a circuit in the context of electricity?

Back

A circuit is a pathway taken by an electric current.

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What phenomenon occurs when a balloon is rubbed against hair?

Back

Rubbing a balloon against hair creates static electricity.

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How many poles does a magnet have?

Back

A magnet has 2 poles.

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What are the two types of electric charges?

Back

The two types of electric charges are positive and negative.

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What is the principle behind electromagnetism?

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Electromagnetism is the interaction between electric currents and magnetic fields.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-5

NGSS.HS-PS3-5

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What is an electromagnet?

Back

An electromagnet is a type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.

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What happens to the strength of an electromagnet when the current increases?

Back

The strength of an electromagnet increases as the current increases.

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What is the function of a switch in an electrical circuit?

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A switch controls the flow of electric current in a circuit.