Electromagnets Flashcards
1
Q
What is the relationship between electricity and magnetism?
A
Electromagnetism
2
Q
What is a coil of wire with a current called?
A
Solenoid
3
Q
What is a solenoid with an iron core?
A
Electromagnet
4
Q
How can you increase the strength of an electromagnet? (4 ways)
A
increase the current, add more loops of wire, wind the coils closer together, use a stronger iron core
5
Q
What is a device that transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?
A
electric motor
6
Q
What is a device that transforms mechanical energy into electrical energy?
A
electric generator
