Magnetic Materials Quiz

A physical property of matter that describes whether a magnet can apply a force to the matter.

• magnetism

• ferromagnets

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All matter exhibits some magnetic properties when placed near a strong magnet. However, many are only weakly attracted or repelled and so are considered nonmagnetic.

• true

• false

Permanent magnets, such as iron combined with nickel or cobalt to create a bar magnet.

• magnetism

• ferromagnets

Steel, an iron alloy, is another commonly used magnetic material.

• magnetism

• ferromagnets

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Magnets can push or pull on permanent magnets. Magnets can only pull on other magnetic materials.

• true

• false

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This is caused by the spin or motion of electrons in a material. Each spinning electron is a tiny magnet. When the directions of the electron spins line up, the material itself becomes magnetic.

• magnetism

• ferromagnets

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A paper clip is an example of a:

• magnetic material
• permanent magnet

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Iron filings and a compass are examples of ________________

• detectors
• temporary magnets

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Which of the following items cannot be magnetised

• Iron Bolt

• Plastic Pipe

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Any material that attracts iron or materials containing iron

• electric generator

• magnet

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