Magnets Flashcards
1
Q
How does a magnetic material become a magnet
A
When they are induced by a permanent magnet
2
Q
What are induced magnets
A
Magnetic materials that become magnets when they are in a magnetic field
3
Q
When does the magnetic material stop being a magnet
A
When the permanent magnet is moved awayb
4
Q
What does the permanent magnet create
A
The permanent magnet induces (creates) temporary poles in the magnetic material and these align so that the magnetic material is attracted to the permanent magnet.
5
Q
What pure metals can become magnets
A
Iron, nickel and cobalt
