Magnets

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What are the two poles of a magnet?

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North and South

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What happens when two magnets with opposite poles face each other?

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They attract.

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What type of magnet is typically rectangular and used in various applications?

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Bar Magnet.

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True or False: A magnet will attract a wooden spoon.

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False.

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True or False: Two magnets can be attracted to each other if they have the same poles facing each other.

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False.

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What is the force called that causes magnets to attract or repel each other?

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Magnetic Force.

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What is the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be detected?

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Magnetic Field.

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What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

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Ferromagnetic materials such as iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What is the principle behind a compass using magnets?

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A compass aligns itself with the Earth's magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic North.

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What is the difference between permanent magnets and temporary magnets?

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Permanent magnets maintain their magnetism, while temporary magnets only exhibit magnetic properties when in a magnetic field.