Compass and Magnetic Fields Quiz

What does a compass help us find?

• Only north

• Only south

• North, south, east, and west

• Only east and west

What do scientists use to model magnetic forces?

• Electrical circuits

• Magnetic field lines

• Gravitational waves

• Sound waves

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In a model of a single magnet, where do magnetic field lines come out from?

• The south side of the magnet

• The east side of the magnet

• The north side of the magnet

• The west side of the magnet

What is the role of a compass needle?

• To measure temperature

• To point towards the sun

• To point north

• To measure speed

What is the effect of Earth's geomagnetic field on a compass?

• It makes the needle point south

• It makes the needle point east

• It makes the needle point north

• It makes the needle point west

What is the main function of Earth's magnetic field?

• To provide light

• To provide heat

• To guide compasses

• To create sound

What is the purpose of field lines in a model with more than one magnet?

• To show the color of the magnets.

• To predict the direction of forces.

• To measure the size of the magnets.

• To calculate the weight of the magnets.

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Why do compass needles point north?

• Because of Earth's magnetic field.

• Because of the sun's position.

• Because of the moon's gravity.

• Because of ocean currents.

What do animals like bees and bats use to navigate?

• The sun's position.

• Earth's magnetic field.

• Water currents.

• Wind direction.

What is unique about Earth's magnetic poles?

• They are the same as the geographic poles.

• They are reversed compared to the geographic poles.

• They are located at the equator.

• They do not exist.