Magnetic Fields Chapter 1 Review

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What is the fundamental property of magnets that causes them to attract or repel each other?

Back

Magnetic polarity, which consists of a north pole and a south pole.

Front

What materials do magnets typically stick to?

Back

Magnets typically stick to ferromagnetic materials, such as iron, nickel, and cobalt.

Front

What are the two types of magnetic poles?

Back

North pole and south pole.

Front

What happens when two north poles of magnets are brought close together?

Back

They will repel each other.

Front

What happens when a north pole and a south pole of magnets are brought close together?

Back

They will attract each other.

Front

True or False: All metals are attracted to magnets.

Back

False. Only certain metals, like iron, nickel, and cobalt, are attracted to magnets.

Front

What is the term for the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be detected?

Back

Magnetic field.

Front

How can the strength of a magnetic field be increased?

Back

By increasing the current in an electromagnet or using a stronger magnet.

Front

What is the unit of measurement for magnetic field strength?

Back

Tesla (T).

Front

What is the principle behind how a compass works?

Back

A compass works by aligning itself with the Earth's magnetic field, with its needle pointing towards the magnetic north.