Magnetism Exploration

Magnetism Exploration

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?

2. What happens when two North poles of magnets are brought close together?

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.

2. The Earth has its own magnetic field.

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  .