Unit 2, Module 3, Lesson 1: Magnetic Forces

Front

A magnet is _______________________.

Back

an object that attracts iron and other materials that have magnetic qualities similar to iron.

Front

A force of attraction or repulsion created by a magnet is _______________________.

Back

magnetic force.

Front

What is the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt?

Back

Magnetic Field.

Front

In a magnet, like poles will?

Back

Repel.

Front

A magnetic pole is _______________________.

Back

the place on a magnet where the force it exerts is the strongest.

Front

What are the two types of magnetic poles?

Back

North and South poles.

Front

What happens when a north pole of one magnet is brought close to the north pole of another magnet?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

What happens when a north pole of one magnet is brought close to the south pole of another magnet?

Back

They attract each other.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

A type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.

Front

What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

Back

Iron, nickel, and cobalt.