Magnets and Magnetism

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What is a magnet?

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A magnet is any material that attracts iron and materials that contain iron.

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What happens to the magnetic force when two magnets are close together?

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The magnetic force will be strong.

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Which direction does a compass point in relation to Earth's magnetic field?

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A compass points toward the north pole of Earth's magnetic field.

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What occurs when the North pole of a magnet interacts with another magnet's North pole?

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They repel each other.

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True or False: The Earth is a giant magnet.

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True.

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, primarily metals like iron.

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What are the two poles of a magnet called?

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The two poles of a magnet are called the North pole and the South pole.

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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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What happens when a magnet is cut in half?

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Each half becomes a new magnet with its own North and South poles.

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What is an electromagnet?

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An electromagnet is a type of magnet that is created by electric current.