Magnetism Vocabulary

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What is an electromagnet?

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A type of magnet in which the magnetic field is produced by an electric current.

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What does it mean to isolate something in a scientific experiment?

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To separate or set it apart.

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What does the term 'transfer' mean in the context of energy?

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To move energy from one object to another or one place to another.

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What does the term 'attract' mean in physics?

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To pull objects toward one another.

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What is the definition of force in physics?

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A push or a pull that can change the motion of an object.

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What is magnetism?

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A force that can attract or repel certain materials, typically metals like iron.

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What is a magnetic field?

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The area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt.

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What materials are typically attracted to magnets?

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Materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt.

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What is a permanent magnet?

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A magnet that maintains its magnetic properties without the need for an electric current.

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What is the difference between a magnet and an electromagnet?

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A magnet is always magnetic, while an electromagnet's magnetism can be turned on or off with electricity.

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