Magnetism Vocabulary

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What is Magnetism?

Back

An invisible force that pushes and pulls some metals.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

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What happens when two magnets push away from each other?

Back

They are Repeled.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-5

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What does it mean if something is Invisible?

Back

It cannot be seen.

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What happens when a magnet and a piece of metal pull together?

Back

They are Attracted to each other.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

What is Force?

Back

Strength or energy that moves an object.

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Front

What is a Magnet?

Back

An object that can attract certain metals like iron.

Front

What does it mean to Repel?

Back

To push away from each other.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

Front

What is a Magnetic Field?

Back

The area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

What materials are typically Magnetic?

Back

Iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

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What is the North Pole of a magnet?

Back

The end of a magnet that attracts the South Pole of another magnet.

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