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Magnets Vocabulary Review

Please be familiar with these words and definitions for the vocabulary test on magnets.

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attractto pull toward
magnetany object that pulls certain metals toward it.
magnetismA magnet's ability to attract certain metals
permanent magnetAn object that keeps its magnetism for a long time.
temporary magnetAn object that loses its magnetism after a short time.
magnetic polesThe areas of a magnet where its force of attraction is strongest.
repelTo push away from
compassA device that uses a free moving magnetic need to show direction
lodestoneRock that is naturally magnetic and is found at or near Earth's surface
magnetic fieldThe space around a magnet where the force of the magnet can act
forcea push or pull


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