Motors, Generators, and Electromagnets

Front

Which subatomic particle has a negative charge?

Back

Electron

Front

What is formed when a wire in an electric circuit is wrapped around an iron core producing a magnetic field?

Back

Electromagnet

Front

What type of energy comes OUT of a generator?

Back

Electrical

Front

Electric fields are often associated with what other kind of field?

Back

Magnetic Fields

Front

How are electromagnets different from magnets?

Back

You can turn an electromagnet on/off.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

A type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.

Front

What is the function of a generator?

Back

To convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.

Front

What is the principle behind how electric motors work?

Back

They convert electrical energy into mechanical energy using magnetic fields.

Front

What is the relationship between electricity and magnetism?

Back

Electricity can create magnetic fields, and changing magnetic fields can induce electric currents.

Front

What is a magnetic field?

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A region around a magnet where magnetic forces can be observed.