Magnetic Fields Test Review

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What does it mean to repel?

Back

To push objects away from each other.

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What can a magnetic force convert potential energy stored in?

Back

A magnetic field.

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What is a magnetic field?

Back

The space around a magnet in which magnetic forces can act on objects.

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How does the potential energy of two identical toy vehicles change when moved closer to a center magnet?

Back

The pink vehicle's potential energy increased more than the purple vehicle's.

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What happens to the energy used to move a magnet against a magnetic force?

Back

It is stored as potential energy in the magnetic field.

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What is a magnet?

Back

An object that produces a magnetic field and can attract or repel other magnets.

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What are magnetic poles?

Back

The regions at each end of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest.

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What is the difference between kinetic energy and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy based on position.

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What is the role of a magnetic field in energy conversion?

Back

It allows potential energy to be converted into kinetic energy.

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What happens when like magnetic poles are brought together?

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They repel each other.