Magnetism Flashcards
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Magnetism
A
The force of attraction between magnets and magnetic objects (ferromagnetic objects)
2
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North and South Pole on a magnet
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Like poles repel each other and unlike poles attract each other
3
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Magnetic field
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The space around a magnet in which a magnetic force can be detected
4
Q
Compass
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A small magnet or a magnetised needle that s free to move within a protective case. The North Pole of the magnet (little needle) points towards the north.
5
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Ferromagnetic metals
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Iron, steel, nickel, cobalt and alloys of these
6
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Uses of magnets
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Putting important items on your fridge, lifting old metals, MRI scan, a speaker
