Magnetism Study Word Scramble
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term | definition |
magnet | an object that has the property of attracting certain materials, mainly iron and steel |
magnetism | A magnet's property of attracting certain materials, mainly iron and steel |
north pole | One of the ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest; it points to the north when the magnet moves freely. |
south pole | One of the ends of a magnet where the magnetic force is strongest: it points to the south when the magnet is allowed to move freely |
lines of force | The lines that form a pattern showing the size and shape of a magnetic force field. |
magnetic field | the space around a magnet within which the force of the magnet can act |
lodestone | A naturally magnetic mineral found at or near Earth's surface. |
compass | A device containing a magnetized needle that moves freely and is used to show direction. |
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