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Magnetism-Chap 1 Voc
Magnetism Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Question | Answer |
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One of the ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest; it point to the north when the magnet moves freely. | North Pole |
This train uses magnetic force to rise into the air. | Maglev |
Like poles of a magnet do this. | Repel |
A magnet that doesn't keep its magnetism for very long. | Temporary |
An object that attracts, or pulls on, certain materials, mainly iron and steel. | Magnet |
One of the ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest; it points to the south then the magnet moves freely. | South Pole |
The lines that form a pattern showing the size and shape of a magnetic force field. | Lines of force |
This material is best attracted bay a magnet. | Iron |
A device containing a magnetized needle that moves freely and is used to show direction. | Compass |
A magnet's property of attracting certain materials, mainly iron and steel. | Magnetism |
Is not easy to make, but it keeps its magnetism for a long time. | Permanent |
The north and south poles of two magnets react to each other. | Attract |
Rising into the air. | Levitation |
A naturally magnetic mineral found at or near Earth's surface. | Lodestone |
The sky above the poles lights up in a display of brilliant colors. | Northern or Southern Lights |