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“Do Now” # 3 – Textbook p 510. I. Electromagnetism A. Magnets and Magnetism 1. How did magnets get their name? 2. List at least 3 properties of a magnet. 3. Define magnetic poles. 4. What causes the magnetic force in a magnet?
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“Do Now” # 3 – Textbook p 510 • I. Electromagnetism • A. Magnets and Magnetism • 1. How did magnets get their name? • 2. List at least 3 properties of a magnet. • 3. Define magnetic poles. • 4. What causes the magnetic force in a magnet? • 5. If two magnets push each other away, what can you conclude about their poles?
PROJECTS DUE FRIDAY 3/9/12 • 6. Explain how you can make other metal objects into magnets. • 7. Explain what happens if you cut a magnet in half. • 8. Compare and contrast temporary and permanent magnets. Use a Venn diagram. • 9. Explain the saying, “Earth is a Magnet”. • 10. What do scientists think causes Earth’s magnetic field?