Magnetism and Magnetic Materials

Front

What happens when two magnets with the same poles come close to each other?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

What do we call the force that pulls magnets toward each other?

Back

Attraction.

Front

Magnetism is a ______.

Back

force.

Front

True or False: The force of magnetism explains how magnets behave.

Back

True.

Front

If a magnet sticks to an object, what types of materials could that object be made of?

Back

Iron or Steel.

Front

What are the two types of poles on a magnet called?

Back

North and South poles.

Front

What happens when a north pole of a magnet meets a south pole?

Back

They attract each other.

Front

What is a magnetic field?

Back

The area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.

Front

Name a common material that is attracted to magnets.

Back

Iron.

Front

What is the term for materials that can be magnetized?

Back

Magnetic materials.