Magnets

Front

What happens when two magnets with the same poles are brought close together?

Back

They will repel each other.

Front

Magnets have a north and a south ___________

Back

pole

Front

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

Back

They will attract each other.

Front

What is the force that pulls magnets together called?

Back

Attraction

Front

What is the force that pushes magnets apart called?

Back

Repulsion

Front

What do we call the area around a magnet where it can attract or repel objects?

Back

Magnetic field

Front

What materials are attracted to magnets?

Back

Iron, nickel, and cobalt.

Front

What is a common use of magnets in everyday life?

Back

Refrigerator magnets.

Front

Can magnets work through other materials?

Back

Yes, but the strength of the magnet may decrease.

Front

What happens to a magnet if it is cut in half?

Back

It creates two smaller magnets, each with a north and south pole.