Magnetism and Magnetic Fields

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What materials are attracted to magnets?

Back

Iron and steel are attracted to magnets.

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What is the source of Earth's magnetic field?

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The Earth's core is responsible for the magnetic field around Earth.

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What happens when two north poles of magnets are placed together?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

What happens if you cut a magnet in half?

Back

Each half becomes a magnet with a North pole and a South pole.

Front

What type of force is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a non-contact force.

Front

What is a magnet?

Back

A magnet is an object that produces a magnetic field.

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What are the two types of magnetic poles?

Back

North pole and South pole.

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What happens when a North pole and a South pole of magnets are brought together?

Back

They attract each other.

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Can magnets attract non-magnetic materials?

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No, magnets only attract magnetic materials like iron and steel.

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What is a magnetic field?

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A magnetic field is the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.