Earth Magnetic Field

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What happens when two north poles of a magnet are placed together?

Back

They repel.

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What happens when a north pole and a south pole of a magnet are placed together?

Back

They attract.

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Where can you find Aurorae?

Back

In places like Norway, Alaska, and Antarctica, but not in Malaysia.

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Why is a compass needle attracted to the North?

Back

Because it is being attracted to the Magnetic South Pole.

Front

What is the best evidence that Earth has a magnetic field?

Back

A compass needle lines up with it.

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What are the two types of magnetic poles?

Back

North pole and South pole.

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What is a magnet?

Back

An object that produces a magnetic field.

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What is the Earth's magnetic field?

Back

A magnetic field that surrounds the Earth and protects it from solar winds.

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What is the role of the Earth's magnetic field?

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It helps in navigation and protects the Earth from harmful solar radiation.

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What is a compass?

Back

A tool that uses a magnetized needle to show direction.