Magnetism

Magnetism

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Science

8th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-PS2-3, MS-PS2-5, HS-PS3-5

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a physical phenomenon produced by the motion of electric charge, which results in attractive and repulsive forces between objects. It is a fundamental force of nature.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What materials are attracted to magnets?

Back

Materials that are attracted to magnets include ferromagnetic materials such as iron, nickel, and cobalt.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the poles of a magnet?

Back

The poles of a magnet are the regions where the magnetic force is strongest. Every magnet has a north pole and a south pole.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

An electromagnet is a type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current. It can be turned on and off.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you increase the strength of an electromagnet?

Back

You can increase the strength of an electromagnet by increasing the current through the wire, using a larger iron core, or increasing the number of loops of wire around the core.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are magnetic field lines?

Back

Magnetic field lines are invisible lines that represent the direction and strength of a magnetic field. They emerge from the north pole and enter the south pole of a magnet.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a compass?

Back

A compass is a device that uses a free-moving magnetic needle to show direction. The needle aligns itself with the Earth's magnetic field.

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