T2L1 Magnetic Field Vocab

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Definition of Magnet

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A magnet is an object that produces a magnetic field.

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Definition of Electric Field

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An electric field is a region around a charged particle that exerts a force on other charged particles.

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Definition of Electric Force

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Electric force is the force between charged objects.

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Definition of Magnetic Pole

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A magnetic pole is a region at the ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest.

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Definition of Magnetism

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Magnetism is a force that arises from the motion of electric charges.

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What is a Magnetic Field?

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A magnetic field is the area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be detected.

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What are the two types of magnetic poles?

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The two types of magnetic poles are North and South poles.

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What happens when like magnetic poles are brought together?

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Like magnetic poles repel each other.

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What happens when opposite magnetic poles are brought together?

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Opposite magnetic poles attract each other.

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What is Electromagnetism?

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Electromagnetism is the interaction between electric currents and magnetic fields.