Electric and Magnetic Forces

Front

What is the size or quantity of something called?

Back

Magnitude

Front

What happens to the electromagnetic force between two electromagnets as the distance between them increases?

Back

The smaller the distance between two electromagnets, the greater the force.

Front

Which object cannot be moved by a magnet?

Back

A toothpick

Front

What types of metals can be attracted to magnets?

Back

Metals such as iron, nickel, and cobalt.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow heat to flow through it.

Front

What is the force that attracts or repels objects due to their electric charge?

Back

Electric force.

Front

What is the force that acts between charged particles?

Back

Electromagnetic force.

Front

What is the relationship between distance and magnetic force?

Back

As distance increases, magnetic force decreases.

Front

What is a common use of electromagnets?

Back

In electric motors and generators.

Front

What is the term for materials that allow electricity to flow through them?

Back

Conductors.