1.2 Magnetism
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Atom | smallest particle of an element |
| Subatomic Particles | protons, neutrons and electrons |
| Element | any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or in combination constitute all matter |
| Nucleus | the center of an atom |
| proton | positively charged particle |
| neutron | neutral particle of an atom |
| electron | negatively charged particle |
| Ferromagnetic | having properties of a strong magnet |
| Ferrite | mixture of substance used to make strong, cheap magnets |
| Electron Spin | the property of electrons in which they rotate on their axis, produce a tiny magnetic field |
| Magnetic domain | a grouping of atoms that have their magnetic fields aligned |
| Temporary magnet | a magnet made from a material that easily loses its magnetism |
| Permanent magnet | a magnet made from a material that keeps its magnetism for a long time |
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