OpenSciEd- Unit 8.3 Forces at a Distance

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What is a permanent magnet?

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A permanent magnet is an object that can attract other objects containing iron from a distance at any time.

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What types of objects can magnets repel?

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Magnets can only repel other magnets.

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Where is the strongest magnetic force found on Earth?

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The strongest magnetic force on Earth is found at the poles.

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Do similar poles of magnets attract each other?

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False, similar poles of magnets repel each other.

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What is one use of a magnet?

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One use of a magnet is to show directions, as in a compass.

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What is an electromagnet?

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An electromagnet is a type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.

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What happens when you bring two north poles of magnets together?

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They repel each other.

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What is the magnetic field?

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

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Can magnets attract non-metal objects?

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No, magnets typically attract only objects made of certain metals, like iron.

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What is the difference between a permanent magnet and an electromagnet?

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A permanent magnet maintains its magnetic properties without an external power source, while an electromagnet requires electricity to generate a magnetic field.