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Science L1- Magnetic
Term | Definition |
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ferromagnetic element | includes iron , nickel , and cobalt-elements that have an especially strong attraction to magnets. |
magnet | any object that attracts the metal iron |
magnetic domain | group of atoms whose magnetic fields point in the same direction. |
magnetic force | attraction or repulsion between magnets |
magnetic material | is strongly attracted to a magnet |
magnetic pole | place on a magnet where the force it exerts is the strongest. |
permanent magnet | keeps its magnetism after being removed from the magnetic field. |
temporary magnet | keeps its magnetism after being removed from the magnetic field. |
electromagnet | a magnet created by wrapping a current- carrying wire around a ferromagnetic core. |