Chapter 16 vocab

Question 0

Magnetic pole

Answer 0

1 of 2 points, such as the ends of a magnet, that have opposing magnetic qualities

Question 1

Magnet

Answer 1

Any material that attracts iron or metals containing iron

Question 2

Magnetic force

Answer 2

The force of attraction or repulsion generated by moving or spinning electric charges

Question 3

Magnetic field

Answer 3

Exists in a region around a magnet in which magnetic forces can act. Closer the lines, stronger the force

Question 4

Ferromagnet

Answer 4

Magnets made with iron, nickel, or cobalt and have strong magnetic forces

Question 5

Electromagnetism

Answer 5

The interaction between electricity and magnetism

Question 6

Solenoid

Answer 6

A coil of wire with an electric current in it

Question 7

Electromagnet

Answer 7

A coil with a soft core and acts as a magnet when an electric current is in the coil

Question 8

Electric motor

Answer 8

A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy

Question 9

Armature

Answer 9

A loop or coil of wire that can rotate

Question 10

Commutator

Answer 10

Reverses the direction of the electric current of the wire

Question 11

Galvanometer

Answer 11

Measures current, a small electromagnet

Question 12

Electromagnetic induction

Answer 12

The process of creating a current in a circuit by changing a magnetic field

Question 13

Electric generator

Answer 13

A device that coverts mechanical energy into electrical energy

Question 14

Transformer

Answer 14

A device that increases or decreases the voltage of alternating current