Magnetic Fields Worksheet

Magnetic Fields Worksheet

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple-choice questions, circle the letter next to the correct answer. For fill-in-the-blank questions, write your answer on the line provided. For short answer questions, provide a brief explanation.

1. Which of the following materials is NOT attracted to a magnet?

2. The region around a magnet where its magnetic force can be detected is called a:

3. The Earth acts like a giant  , with a north and south magnetic pole.

4. Magnetic field lines always start at the   pole and end at the   pole.

5. Observe the diagram below showing magnetic field lines around a bar magnet.

Describe the pattern of the magnetic field lines. Where are they strongest?

6. Explain how an electromagnet works and name one practical application.

7. The north pole of one magnet will attract the north pole of another magnet.

8. Magnetic fields can pass through non-magnetic materials like plastic or paper.