Magnetic Fields Lab
1/16/15 Magnet warm-up Notes – magnets NOVA video – magnetic storm
What do these things have in common?
Magnets!
Magnetism Warm-Up
Magnets… North and south poles Like poles __________. Opposite poles _______. attract repel
Magnetic Fields Like electric fields Field lines –Iron filings line up in field –More lines = stronger field
What makes a magnet a magnet?
Magnetic Domains Group of neighboring electrons’ magnetic fields
Permanent Magnets Domains permanently aligned Ex. – some metal alloys
Temporary Magnets Domains align when near a permanent magnet
Not Magnetic Domains never align
1/21/15 Quick review Quick notes Electromagnet lab Finish NOVA video
What makes a magnet a magnet?
Magnetic Domains Group of neighboring electrons’ magnetic fields
Permanent Magnets Domains permanently aligned Ex. – some metal alloys
Temporary Magnets Domains align when near a permanent magnet
Not Magnetic Domains never align
Electromagnet Temporary magnet –Coil of wire (solenoid) –Iron core –Battery
Uses of Magnetism Motors Speakers Generators
A simple generator…
Hamster Power!
Electric Generator ME to EE Power plants Flashlights,radios,cars
Electromagnet Lab