Electricity and magnetism

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows electrons to flow easily, enabling the conduction of electricity.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that does not allow electrons to flow easily, preventing the conduction of electricity.

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What happens when like poles of magnets are brought together?

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They repel each other.

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What happens when opposite poles of magnets are brought together?

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They attract each other.

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Do magnets need to touch an object to exert a force on it?

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No, magnets can attract or repel objects without direct contact.

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What is the north pole of a magnet?

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The end of a magnet that is attracted to the Earth's magnetic north.

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What is the south pole of a magnet?

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The end of a magnet that is attracted to the Earth's magnetic south.

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What is grounding in electrical terms?

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The process of transferring excess charge to the Earth to prevent electrical shock.

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What is static electricity?

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A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

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What is electromagnetism?

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The interaction between electricity and magnetism, where electric currents create magnetic fields.