Magnetic Fields

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The strongest part of a magnet is...

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the poles.

Front

What do the field lines indicate about two magnets?

Back

They are attracting.

Front

Why does a compass needle point north?

Back

It lines up with the Earth's magnetic field.

Front

In what direction does a magnetic field move?

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North to South.

Front

The area of magnetic force around a magnet is known as its _____________.

Back

magnetic field.

Front

What is a magnetic field?

Back

The region around a magnet where magnetic forces can be detected.

Front

What happens when like poles of two magnets are brought together?

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They repel each other.

Front

What happens when opposite poles of two magnets are brought together?

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They attract each other.

Front

What is the purpose of a compass?

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To determine direction using the Earth's magnetic field.

Front

What is the relationship between electric current and magnetic fields?

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An electric current produces a magnetic field.