Electric and Magnetic Fields

Electric and Magnetic Fields

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5, HS-PS2-5

+1

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Earth's magnetic field?

Back

The Earth's magnetic field is a magnetic field that extends from the Earth's interior out into space, affecting compass directions and navigation.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a compass do?

Back

A compass is a device that shows the direction of magnetic north, helping with navigation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a magnetic field?

Back

A magnetic field is the area around a magnet where it can attract or repel other magnetic materials.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does distance affect the force of a magnet?

Back

Increasing the distance between a magnet and an object decreases the magnetic force acting on that object.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you increase the strength of an electromagnet?

Back

You can increase the strength of an electromagnet by using more coils of wire or increasing the electric current.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What creates a magnetic field?

Back

A magnetic field is created by moving electric charges, such as those in an electric current.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS2-5

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