GMAS Science Review

GMAS Science Review

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Science

8th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

An electromagnet is a type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current. It typically consists of a coil of wire wrapped around a core material, such as iron.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you make an electromagnet stronger?

Back

You can make an electromagnet stronger by adding more coils of wire to the core.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the modern periodic table arranged by?

Back

The modern periodic table is arranged by atomic number, which is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through a material without the movement of the material itself, typically occurring in solids.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases), where warmer areas of a liquid or gas rise and cooler areas sink.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is radiation?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, such as light or heat, without the need for a medium.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What energy transformation occurs in a lightbulb?

Back

In a lightbulb, electrical energy is transformed into radiant energy (light) and thermal energy (heat).

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