Magnets and Static Electricity

Magnets and Static Electricity

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Interactive Video

Science, Physics

10th - 12th Grade

Easy

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The video tutorial introduces magnets, explaining their properties and how they attract metal objects, especially those containing iron. It includes a hands-on activity to explore magnetism using magnets, paper clips, and plastic objects. The tutorial also covers magnetic forces by observing interactions between two magnets. Additionally, it demonstrates static electricity through activities involving a balloon and a plastic rod, explaining the cause and effect of these forces.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common characteristic of objects that are attracted to magnets?

They are transparent.

They are made of plastic.

They contain iron.

They are non-metallic.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens when two magnets are placed close to each other with like poles facing?

They become demagnetized.

They attract each other.

They repel each other.

They have no effect on each other.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can static electricity be generated using a balloon?

By rubbing it against a sweater or shirt.

By blowing it up and letting it float.

By placing it in water.

By rubbing it against a metal surface.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is observed when a charged plastic rod is brought near small pieces of paper?

The paper pieces are repelled.

The paper pieces are attracted.

The paper pieces dissolve.

The paper pieces catch fire.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the cause of the attraction between a charged balloon and hair?

Nuclear force

Magnetic force

Gravitational force

Static electric force