Unit 1 Chapter 2

Front

What is a non-touching force?

Back

A non-touching force is a force that can act on an object without direct contact, such as the force between magnets.

Front

What happens when two north poles of magnets face each other?

Back

The magnets will repel each other.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like how it pulls us toward the Earth.

Front

What is the easiest object for a magnet to pull?

Back

The easiest object for a magnet to pull is usually the one made of metal and is closest to the magnet.

Front

How do magnets attract paper clips?

Back

Magnets attract paper clips that are made of metal and are closer to the magnet.

Front

What is an example of a non-touching force?

Back

An example of a non-touching force is the magnetic force between two magnets.

Front

What is the difference between a touching force and a non-touching force?

Back

A touching force requires direct contact between objects, while a non-touching force acts at a distance.

Front

What is the role of distance in magnetism?

Back

The closer an object is to a magnet, the stronger the magnetic force it experiences.

Front

What materials are attracted to magnets?

Back

Materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt are attracted to magnets.

Front

What is a horseshoe magnet?

Back

A horseshoe magnet is a type of magnet that is shaped like a horseshoe and has strong magnetic poles at each end.