Electricity and Magnetism Test

Front

What is the main reason Earth acts like a magnet?

Back

Earth's core contains molten nickel and iron.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS3-5

Front

What is conduction in the context of electricity?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of electric charges by direct contact.

Front

What is the region called where a magnetic force acts?

Back

The region is called a magnetic field.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

Give an example of a ferromagnetic material.

Back

Nickel is an example of a ferromagnetic material.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

What particles are responsible for the flow of electricity?

Back

Electrons are responsible for the flow of electricity.

Front

What is a magnetic field?

Back

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

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

What is the difference between conductors and insulators?

Back

Conductors allow electric charges to flow easily, while insulators do not.

Front

What is the role of electrons in electricity?

Back

Electrons are the particles that move through a conductor to create an electric current.

Front

What is a ferromagnetic material?

Back

A ferromagnetic material is a substance that can be magnetized and is attracted to magnets.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Front

What happens to the magnetic field when electric current flows through a wire?

Back

An electric current flowing through a wire creates a magnetic field around the wire.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS2-5