Electromagnetism

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What is the area around a magnet called?

Back

Magnetic field

Front

Why does a compass needle point north?

Back

It lines up with the Earth's magnetic field.

Front

What happens when a north pole of a magnet comes close to another north pole?

Back

They would be repelled from each other.

Front

What are the two poles of every magnet?

Back

North and South pole.

Front

What does electric current flowing through a wire produce?

Back

A magnetic field.

Front

What is a magnet?

Back

An object that produces a magnetic field.

Front

What is the principle of electromagnetism?

Back

The relationship between electricity and magnetism.

Front

What is a permanent magnet?

Back

A magnet that maintains its magnetic properties without external influence.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

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

Front

What is magnetic attraction?

Back

The force that pulls two magnets towards each other.