Magnetism/Relative Density

Front

What does it mean to attract?

Back

To pull towards.

Front

What is the order from the most dense to the least dense?

Back

Screw, grape, bottle cap, sponge.

Front

What does it mean to repel?

Back

To push away.

Front

Which object would not be attracted to a magnet?

Back

Tin trashcan lid.

Front

What is magnetism?

Back

A force created by magnets that can attract or repel certain metals.

Front

What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

Back

Iron, nickel, and cobalt.

Front

What is relative density?

Back

A comparison of the density of an object to the density of a reference substance, usually water.

Front

How can you determine if an object will float or sink in water?

Back

If the object's density is less than that of water, it will float; if greater, it will sink.

Front

What is a magnet?

Back

An object that produces a magnetic field and can attract or repel certain materials.

Front

What is the strongest part of a magnet called?

Back

The poles.