Magnetism Flashcards
1
Q
The magnetic effect
A
The fact that things will stick to the magnet, the pulling effect
2
Q
Like poles repel each other
A
Unlike poles attract
3
Q
Magnetic compass
A
Contains a small magnet balanced on a thin spindle which is free to move
4
Q
A magnetic field
A
Is the space around the magnet where the magnetic force can be seen
5
Q
Magnetic field lines
A
Go from the North Pole to the South Pole of the magnet
6
Q
The earth has a magnetic field
A
As if it had a huge bar magnet at its centre with the magnet’s South Pole in the northern hemisphere
7
Q
Magnets are used in
A
Telephones, compasses and ridges
8
Q
Iron, nickel, cobalt or their alloys
A
Can be magnetised
