Magnetism Exploration
A Grade 6 science worksheet to explore the fundamental concepts of magnetism, magnetic forces, and magnetic fields.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!
1. Which of the following materials is NOT attracted to a magnet?
Iron
Nickel
Wood
Cobalt
2. What happens when two North poles of magnets are brought close together?
They attract
They repel
Nothing happens
They become stronger
1. The area around a magnet where its magnetic force can be felt is called the .
2. Magnets have two poles: a North pole and a pole.
3. An electromagnet is a temporary magnet created by passing an electric through a coil of wire.
1. All metals are magnetic.
True
False
2. The Earth has its own magnetic field.
True
False
1. Observe the image below. Describe what the lines around the magnet represent.
2. Explain the difference between a permanent magnet and an electromagnet.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
1. Opposite ends of magnets each other.
2. The ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest are called .