Magnetism Flashcard

Front

What happens if many magnetic domains point the same way?

Back

The material becomes magnetic

Front

In which direction do field lines go outside a magnet?

Back

From north to south

Front

What happens when like poles of a magnet are near each other?

Back

They repel

Front

Can you isolate a single magnetic pole?

Back

No, you cannot isolate a single magnetic pole

Front

What does a compass help show?

Back

Direction (north, south, east, west)

Front

What type of poles does Earth have?

Back

Magnetic north pole and magnetic south pole

Front

What happens to magnetic force as the distance increases?

Back

It gets weaker.

Front

Which animals are known to sense Earth's magnetic field for navigation?

Back

Migrating birds, turtles, salmon

Front

Where is the electric force strongest around a charged object?

Back

Close to the charge

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

A buildup of electric charges