What are magnets?
In this lesson, we will learn what magnets are and test putting magnets together in different ways to see whether the ends are attracted or repelled.
What are magnets?
In this lesson, we will learn what magnets are and test putting magnets together in different ways to see whether the ends are attracted or repelled.
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Key learning points
- Know what magnets are
- Describe when magnets attract and repel
- Describe how to test the strength of a magnet
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3 Questions
Q1.
Is friction a contact or non-contact force?
non-contact
Q2.
In magnetism, 'attract' means...
push apart
Q3.
Which of the following is NOT a non-contact force?
Gravitational force
Magnetic force
3 Questions
Q1.
What are the two poles of a magnet called?
North and East poles
North and West poles
Q2.
What does 'repel' mean?
When objects are drawn together
When objects are on top of each other
Q3.
What's the sticky way to remember the sides of a magnet that attract?
Opposites are good
Opposites repel