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Chp. 18 Vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Magnet | Any material that attracts iron or materials containing iron. |
| Magnetic Pole | One or two points, such as the ends of a magnet, that have opposing magnetic qualities. |
| Magnetic Force | The force of attraction or replusion gernerated by moving or spinning electric charges. |
| Electromagnetism | The interaction between electricity and magnetism. |
| Solenoid | A coil of wire with an electric current in it. |
| Electromagnet | A coil that has a soft iron core and that acts as a magnet when an electric current is in the coil. |
| Electric Motor | A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. |
| Electromagnetic Induction | The process of creating a current in a circuit by changing a magnetic field. |
| Electric Generator | A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. |
| Transformer | A device that increases or decreases the voltage of alternating current. |