Magnetism Chapter 8 Quiz
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What is a magnetic field?

  • The space around a compass needle
  • The region around a magnet where the magnetic force acts on magnetic materials (correct)
  • An imaginary line connecting the north and south poles of a magnet
  • The area where the pull of gravity is stronger

How can you tell if a metal bar is magnetic?

  • By observing it under a microscope
  • By dropping it in water to see if it floats
  • By placing iron fillings around it to observe the magnetic field pattern (correct)
  • By heating it up to see if it changes color

What creates the Earth's magnetic field?

  • Static electric charges on the Earth's surface
  • Movement of molten iron and nickel in the Earth's core producing electric currents and magnetic fields (correct)
  • The rotation of the Earth on its axis
  • The gravitational pull of the Moon on the Earth

What is the purpose of a compass on Earth?

<p>To locate the Earth's magnetic North Pole (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do magnets behave when opposite poles are brought close together?

<p>They attract each other (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a line of force in magnetism?

<p>An imaginary line originating from a magnet's north pole and ending at its south pole, indicating magnetic field strength (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of a magnetic field?

<p>It is invisible but can be detected using iron fillings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do magnetic field lines become denser when opposite poles of two magnets are brought closer?

<p>The attraction between poles forces more field lines to pass through the region (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to making an electromagnet stronger?

<p>Increase the thickness of the wire and add more coils (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Earth's magnetic field stronger at certain regions?

<p>As a result of the Earth's molten iron core movement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a compass needle having a north-seeking pole?

<p>To help with navigation by pointing towards magnetic North (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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