Magnets and Magnetism

Front

Why does a compass needle point north?

Back

It lines up with the Earth's magnetic field.

Front

What happens when the North pole of a magnet interacts with another magnet's north pole?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

Which of the following is true about a bar magnet?

Back

It is surrounded by a magnetic field.

Front

As the distance between two magnets increases, what happens to the force between them?

Back

The force decreases.

Front

What generates magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is generated by moving electrons.

Front

What are the two poles of a magnet called?

Back

North pole and South pole.

Front

What is the magnetic field?

Back

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

Front

What happens when a magnet is cut in half?

Back

Each half becomes a new magnet with its own north and south poles.

Front

What materials are attracted to magnets?

Back

Ferromagnetic materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt.

Front

What is the difference between a permanent magnet and a temporary magnet?

Back

A permanent magnet retains its magnetism, while a temporary magnet only exhibits magnetism when in a magnetic field.