Static Electricity, Magnetism and Gravity Test Review

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What is static electricity?

Back

Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects, which can occur through processes like friction, induction, or contact.

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Give an example of static electricity.

Back

Lightning is a common example of static electricity.

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What is the process of charge transfer when walking across a carpet?

Back

Walking across a carpet is an example of charge being transferred by friction.

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What never changes no matter where in the universe?

Back

Mass never changes regardless of location.

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What happens when a t-shirt and a balloon are brought close together?

Back

They would attract each other due to opposite charges.

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Which particles move to create unbalanced charges?

Back

Electrons are the particles that move to create unbalanced charges.

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What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, primarily metals like iron, and is associated with magnetic fields.

Front

Define electromagnetic force.

Back

Electromagnetic force is the physical interaction that occurs between electrically charged particles, combining both electric and magnetic forces.

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What is a magnetic field?

Back

A magnetic field is the region around a magnet where magnetic forces can be detected.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object and does not change, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass and can change depending on the gravitational field.