Electricity and Magnetism

Front

What is responsible for the Magnetic Field around Earth?

Back

The Earth's molten iron core is responsible for the Magnetic Field around Earth.

Front

A particle that carries a negative electric charge is called a(n) ______.

Back

An electron is a particle that carries a negative electric charge.

Front

What kind of magnet can be turned on and off?

Back

An electromagnet can be turned on and off.

Front

When you charge an electroscope by touching it with a charged balloon, the process is called _____

Back

The process is called conduction.

Front

As the distance between two magnets increases (they get farther apart), the force between them:

Back

The force between them decreases.

Front

What is electricity?

Back

Electricity is the flow of electric charge, typically through a conductor.

Front

What is a circuit?

Back

A circuit is a closed loop that allows electric current to flow.

Front

What is the difference between conductors and insulators?

Back

Conductors allow electric current to flow easily, while insulators resist the flow of electric current.

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

An electromagnet is a type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.