Amplify Magnetic Fields Review

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What happens to the potential energy when a magnet moves against the magnetic force?

Back

The potential energy increases.

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What is the term for the space around a magnet where magnetic forces can act?

Back

Magnetic field.

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What is the effect of two like poles of magnets when brought close together?

Back

They will repel each other.

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What is the effect of two opposite poles of magnets when brought close together?

Back

They will attract each other.

Front

What is the term for the ability to do work or cause change?

Back

Energy.

Front

What happens to the potential energy when a magnet moves in the same direction as the magnetic force?

Back

The potential energy decreases.

Front

What is the term for moving energy from one object to another?

Back

Transfer.

Front

What is the force that acts at a distance between two magnets?

Back

Magnetic force.

Front

What is the name of the end of a magnet that has a magnetic field?

Back

Magnetic pole.

Front

What happens to the potential energy in a system of magnets when they are moved closer together?

Back

The potential energy decreases if they attract, and increases if they repel.