Permanent & Induced Magnetism, Magnetic Forces & Fields (AQA GCSE Physics): Flashcards
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How many poles does every magnet have?
How many poles does every magnet have?
Two (North and South)
What happens when like poles are brought together?
What happens when like poles are brought together?
They repel (push away)
What happens when opposite poles are brought together?
What happens when opposite poles are brought together?
They attract (pull together)
What is a magnetic field?
What is a magnetic field?
Area around a magnet where magnetic forces can be felt
Where is the magnetic field strongest?
Where is the magnetic field strongest?
At the poles
What happens to the magnetic field as you move away?
What happens to the magnetic field as you move away?
It weakens
What do compasses use to point north?
What do compasses use to point north?
Earth's magnetic field
What do electric motors rely on to operate?
What do electric motors rely on to operate?
Magnetic forces