Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Materials (Grade 10 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Quizzes
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What is magnetism?
What is magnetism?
A force allowing objects to affect each other without touching
What happens to a magnetic field as you move further away from a magnet?
What happens to a magnetic field as you move further away from a magnet?
It becomes weaker
What are ferromagnetic materials?
What are ferromagnetic materials?
Materials that can be turned into magnets
Which material retains its magnetism for much longer periods?
Which material retains its magnetism for much longer periods?
Steel
Why is steel often used to make permanent magnets?
Why is steel often used to make permanent magnets?
It keeps magnetic properties for extended periods
How can you test if an object is magnetic?
How can you test if an object is magnetic?
Hold a magnet close and see if it's attracted
What do scrap yards use powerful magnets for?
What do scrap yards use powerful magnets for?
To separate and sort different metals
What do compasses use magnets to help with?
What do compasses use magnets to help with?
Finding direction when navigating
What do generators and electric motors use magnetic forces for?
What do generators and electric motors use magnetic forces for?
Converting between electrical & mechanical energy
Which materials can a magnetic field pass through?
Which materials can a magnetic field pass through?
Air, paper, thin wood, and plastic