Magnetism (OCR GCSE Physics A (Gateway Science Suite)): Flashcards

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Key property of permanent magnets?

Always create their own magnetic field

Can permanent magnets be turned on/off?

No, cannot be turned on or off

Examples of permanent magnets

Bar magnets, horseshoe magnets

What are induced magnets?

Become magnetised when placed in a magnetic field

Can induced magnets repel other magnets?

No, only attracted

Induced magnets when field removed?

Lose most or all their magnetism

Do induced magnets have fixed poles?

No, do not have fixed poles

How to make temporary magnets

Stroke with a permanent magnet

Force between induced & permanent magnets

Always attraction

Examples of induced magnet materials

Iron, Nickel, Cobalt

Another name for induced magnets

Temporary magnets

Do permanent magnets always exert force?

Yes, always exerting force on magnets or magnetic materials

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