Magnetism

At the center of every atom is a core called a(n) ____________.

• element

• nucleus

• electron

• proton

Where on a magnet is the magnetic force strongest?

• at the north pole only

• at either pole

• halfway between the poles

• the force is equally strong everywhere

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The smallest particle of an element that has the properties of that element is a(n) ________________.

• proton

• domain

• atom

• nucleus

a compass can be used to find directions because its needle lines up with the Earth's _______________ poles.

• domain

• magnetic

• aurora

• direct

The magnetic force exerted in the region around a magnet is known as its ___________________.

• magnetic field.

• magnetic domain.

• magnetic pole.

• magnetic identity.

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A glowing region caused by charged particles from the sun is called a(n)...

• Van Allen belt

• radiation belt

• aurora

• magnetic domain

Heating a magnet will ______________ its magnetism.

• strengthen

• destroy

• not change

Usually in the outer region of an atom are tiny particles called ___________, which carry a negative charge.

• protons

• neutrons

• electrons

• nucleus

A material that shows strong magnetic properties is said to be a(n) _______________________ material.

• electron

• proton

• ferromagnetic

• domain

Which statement is true?

• All Magnets have a North and South Pole
• All magnets can attract large objects
• Magnets can not pull through Solids.
• All Magnets have the Same shape and Size