T3L2 Flashcard*

Front

Where is a magnet the strongest?

Back

At the ends of the magnet.

Front

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

Back

They stick together.

Front

Why do magnets stick to a refrigerator door?

Back

The door is made of a material with iron in it.

Front

Which of these will a magnet attract? A steel nail, a wooden stick, or a glass jar?

Back

A steel nail.

Front

What would happen if you cut a bar magnet in half?

Back

Each piece would have a north and south pole.

Front

What are the two poles of a magnet called?

Back

North pole and South pole.

Front

What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, primarily metals like iron.

Front

What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

Back

Materials that contain iron, nickel, or cobalt.

Front

What is a permanent magnet?

Back

A permanent magnet is a magnet that maintains its magnetic properties without the need for an external power source.

Front

What is an electromagnet?

Back

An electromagnet is a type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.