Magnets and Magnetic Fields

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What does the red end of a magnet always stand for?

Back

North

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What happens when two north poles of a magnet are placed together?

Back

They repel.

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Are the magnetic field lines in the picture correct?

Back

Yes, because they point from north to south.

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What device has a magnet on a needle that spins freely and is used for navigation?

Back

Compass.

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What is the area of magnetic force around a magnet called?

Back

Magnetic field.

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What is the opposite end of a north pole in a magnet called?

Back

South pole.

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What do magnetic field lines represent?

Back

The direction and strength of a magnetic field.

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What happens when a north pole and a south pole of magnets are brought together?

Back

They attract.

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What is a common use of magnets in everyday life?

Back

Refrigerator magnets.

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What is the term for the force exerted by a magnet?

Back

Magnetic force.

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