Amplify Magnetic Fields Review

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What does it mean to attract objects?

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To pull objects toward one another.

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What is a magnetic force?

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A magnetic force can attract or repel an object at a distance.

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What is potential energy?

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The energy that is stored in an object or system.

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How does moving a cart closer to a magnet affect its potential energy?

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Moving the cart closer to the magnet increases its potential energy.

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Which movement results in the largest increase in potential energy?

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Moving the cart on Track 2 one space to the right (→).

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How does the potential energy of two vehicles change when moved closer to a center magnet?

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The pink vehicle's potential energy increased more than the purple vehicle's.

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What is the difference between kinetic energy and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy.

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What is a magnetic field?

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A region around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.

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What happens when two like poles of magnets are brought together?

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They repel each other.

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What happens when two opposite poles of magnets are brought together?

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They attract each other.