Magnetism Bill Nye

Front

What is the magnetic field of the sun?

Back

The sun has a magnetic field.

Front

What are the two ways magnets act?

Back

Magnets act by attracting and repelling.

Front

What happens when two magnets come very close to each other?

Back

They will either pull or push each other.

Front

Do opposite poles of magnets attract?

Back

False, opposite poles attract.

Front

What forms whenever electricity is flowing?

Back

A magnetic field forms whenever electricity is flowing.

Front

What are the two types of magnets?

Back

Electromagnets and non-electromagnets.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

A magnet created by electric current.

Front

What is the principle of magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is the force of attraction or repulsion between objects.

Front

What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

Back

Iron, nickel, and cobalt are typically attracted to magnets.

Front

What is the difference between a permanent magnet and a temporary magnet?

Back

A permanent magnet retains its magnetism, while a temporary magnet only exhibits magnetism when in a magnetic field.