Magnetic Forces Flashcard

Front

What happens to potential energy when a magnet is moved against the magnetic force?

Back

The potential energy increases.

Front

What happens to potential energy when a magnet is moved in the same direction as the magnetic force?

Back

The potential energy decreases.

Front

What is the effect of magnetic force when two magnets are brought close together?

Back

The magnetic force can either pull them together or push them apart, depending on their orientation.

Front

What occurs when two like poles of magnets are brought close together?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

What occurs when two opposite poles of magnets are brought close together?

Back

They attract each other.

Front

What is magnetic force?

Back

Magnetic force is the attraction or repulsion that arises between electrically charged particles due to their motion.

Front

What happens to two magnetic objects when they are not touching?

Back

They can still exert a magnetic force on each other, but they will not move unless acted upon by another force.

Front

What is potential energy in the context of magnets?

Back

Potential energy is the energy stored in a system due to the position of the magnets relative to each other.

Front

How does distance affect the magnetic force between two magnets?

Back

As the distance between two magnets increases, the magnetic force decreases.

Front

What is the relationship between magnetic force and motion of magnets?

Back

The motion of magnets can change the potential energy in the system, depending on the direction of movement relative to the magnetic force.