Gravity and Magnetism

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What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other. It is what makes things fall to the ground.

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What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, like iron, and is produced by magnets.

Front

What happens when two opposite poles of a magnet come close?

Back

They attract each other.

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What happens when two like poles of a magnet come close?

Back

They repel each other.

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What is an example of an object that can move iron without touching it?

Back

A magnet can move a piece of iron without touching it.

Front

What causes a ball to roll down a ramp?

Back

The pull of gravity causes the ball to roll down the ramp.

Front

What is the pull of gravity?

Back

The pull of gravity is the force that attracts objects toward the center of the Earth.

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What is an example of something moving against the pull of gravity?

Back

A helium balloon rising into the sky moves against the pull of gravity.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on a roller coaster going down a steep hill?

Back

Gravity pulls the roller coaster down the hill.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on rain falling from a cloud?

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Gravity pulls the rain down toward the ground.