Grade 8 Magnetism Worksheet
Explore the fundamental principles of magnetism, including magnetic poles, magnetic fields, and induced magnetism, with this comprehensive Grade 8 science worksheet.
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Grade 8 Magnetism Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Show your work where applicable.
1. Which of the following materials is NOT attracted to a magnet?
Iron
Nickel
Copper
Cobalt
2. The area around a magnet where its magnetic force can be felt is called the:
Magnetic pole
Magnetic field
Magnetic domain
Magnetic current
1. Like poles of a magnet attract each other.
True
False
2. The Earth acts like a giant magnet.
True
False
1. Magnets have two poles, a North pole and a pole.
2. A temporary magnet created by wrapping a wire around an iron core and passing an electric current through it is called an .
1. Explain why a compass needle points North.
2. Describe the difference between a permanent magnet and a temporary magnet.
Observe the diagram of a bar magnet and its magnetic field lines. Answer the question below.
1. What do the arrows on the magnetic field lines indicate?