Electricity & Magnetism Quiz Review

Which particle is negatively charged?

• Proton

• Neutron

• Electron

• Atom

What is the charge of a proton?

• Negative

• Neutral

• Positive

• None

What is the charge of a neutron?

• Negative

• Neutral

• Positive

• None

Which part of the atom is involved in the creation of electricity?

• Protons

• Neutrons

• Electrons

• Nucleus

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Electricity is generated when electrons move in the same direction from one atom to ____.

• Another atom

• The nucleus

• A molecule

• A compound

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Which material is described as having an atomic structure that allows electrons to move freely between atoms?

• Glass

• Wood

• Aluminum

• Plastic

Why are metals considered the best conductors?

• They are heavy

• They have tightly bound electrons

• They freely share electrons in their outer shells

• They are expensive.

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Which of the following materials is a good insulator?

• Rubber

• Steel

• Iron

• Aluminum

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What type of rod is used in making an electromagnet?

• Wooden rod

• Iron or steel rod

• Plastic rod

• Glass rod

In a solenoid, the magnetic field makes the piston move back and forth, converting electrical energy into ________ energy.

• thermal

• chemical

• mechanical

• nuclear