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Magnetism Flashcards
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6th Grade
04/27/2012

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Term
Magnet
Definition
a device that attracts iron and produces a magnetic field
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Magnetic Pole
Definition

one of the two ends of a magnet where the magnetism seems to be concentrated that have opposing 

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Magnetic Force
Definition

The force of attraction or repulsion generated by moving or spinning electric charges

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Magnetic Field
Definition

The lines of force surrounding a permanent magnet or a moving charged particle.

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Electromagnetism
Definition
It is the interaction between electricity and magnetism 
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Solenoids
Definition
Solenoids are coils of wire with electric current running through them.
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Electromagnet
Definition
A magnet made by an electric current
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Electric Motor
Definition
devices that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy. 
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Electromagnetic Induction
Definition

It is the process of creating a current in a circuit by changing a magnetic field. 

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Electic Generator
Definition
Is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. 
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Transformer
Definition
devices that increase or decrease the voltage of alternating current
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