MAGNETS

Front

What do the lines around a magnet represent?

Back

Magnetic Field

Front

Magnetism is a _________ force.

Back

non-contact

Front

Which materials are attracted to magnets?

Back

Iron and steel screws are attracted to magnets.

Front

What happens when two north poles of magnets are placed together?

Back

The force will push them away from each other (repel).

Front

The needle of a compass always points _________________________?

Back

North

Front

What is a magnet?

Back

A magnet is an object that produces a magnetic field, attracting certain materials like iron.

Front

What are the two poles of a magnet called?

Back

North Pole and South Pole

Front

What is magnetic declination?

Back

Magnetic declination is the angle between magnetic north and true north.

Front

What is the difference between a permanent magnet and a temporary magnet?

Back

A permanent magnet retains its magnetism, while a temporary magnet only exhibits magnetic properties when in a magnetic field.

Front

What is the principle of magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is caused by the motion of electric charges.