Magnetism and Magnetic Materials

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What is magnetism?

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Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, such as iron, and is produced by the motion of electric charges.

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What are the two types of magnetic poles?

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North and South poles.

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What happens when you bring two north poles of magnets together?

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They repel each other.

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What happens when you bring a north pole and a south pole of magnets together?

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They attract each other.

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What materials are attracted to magnets?

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Materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt are attracted to magnets.

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What is a magnetic field?

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A magnetic field is the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.

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What is the force of attraction?

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The force that pulls two objects toward each other.

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What is the force of repulsion?

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The force that pushes two objects away from each other.

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What is a permanent magnet?

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A magnet that maintains its magnetic properties over time.

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What is a temporary magnet?

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A magnet that only exhibits magnetic properties when in the presence of a magnetic field.