Electricity and Magnetism Test

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What is the main reason Earth acts like a magnet?

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Earth acts like a magnet because its core contains molten nickel and iron.

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What is the region called where a magnetic force acts?

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The region in which a magnetic force acts is called a magnetic field.

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What happens when unlike poles of different magnets are brought together?

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Unlike poles of different magnets attract each other.

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Which particles are responsible for the flow of electricity?

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Electrons are responsible for the flow of electricity.

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What is induction in the context of electricity?

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Induction is the charging of an object through interaction of electric fields.

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What are the two types of electric charges?

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The two types of electric charges are positive and negative.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows the flow of electric current.

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What is a magnet?

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A magnet is an object that produces a magnetic field and can attract or repel other magnetic materials.

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What is the difference between AC and DC current?

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AC (Alternating Current) changes direction periodically, while DC (Direct Current) flows in one direction.

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What is static electricity?

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