Magnets

Front

What happens when like poles of a magnet meet?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

What happens when the north and south poles of a magnet meet?

Back

They attract each other.

Front

What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is the power to attract or repel certain materials.

Front

Which materials are attracted to magnets?

Back

Metals like iron, nickel, and cobalt are attracted to magnets.

Front

Which of these is NOT attracted to a magnet: paper clip, nail, rubber band, scissors?

Back

Rubber band.

Front

What are the two types of poles in a magnet?

Back

North pole and south pole.

Front

What do we call the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt?

Back

Magnetic field.

Front

What is a common use of magnets in everyday life?

Back

Magnets are used in refrigerator doors to keep them closed.

Front

Can magnets attract non-metal objects?

Back

No, magnets typically attract only certain metals.

Front

What happens if you cut a magnet in half?

Back

You create two smaller magnets, each with a north and south pole.