Electromagnets and Generators

Master electromagnets and generators with our engaging science worksheet!

1. What is the purpose of an electromagnet? The purpose of an electromagnet is to produce a magnetic force from an electrical force. 2. What are the three parts that make up an electromagnet? Describe how each part works. 3. Draw an electromagnet. Label all parts. 4. What are the four ways in which you can increase the strength of an electromagnet increase number of loops in solenoid increase number of solenoid increase speed of rotation increase magnetic strength increase voltage Larger core Use Iron core Use nail in core 5. What is the purpose of a generator? 5. The purpose of a generator is to produce an electrical force with mechanical force. 6. What are the components needed to make up a generator? Describe how each part works. 6. Draw a generator. CFS: Must have two parts and arrows. 7. Zoomed in: Watch Ms. Kim's Zoom Screen 8. What are the three ways that you can strengthen a generator? 9. Which of the following will induce an electric current in a wire? Moving a magnet into a coil of wire Moving a wire between the poles of a magnet Turning a loop of wire between the poles of a magnet All of the above 10. Which object can a student move through a coil of copper wire to produce an electric current in the wire? Battery Magnet Steel rod Litmus paper 11. Circle which of the following pictures will not produce an electric current? 12. What must the magnetic field do to make an electric current? Change Move Connect Disconnect 13. Which two objects can be used together to produce electricity? A bar magnet and a wire coil A bar magnet and a paper clip A bar magnet and an iron nail Generators are made by passing an electrical current through coils of wire. The following picture shows a device that generates a(n) electric field. Directions: Label the following pictures as an electromagnet or a generator You've been invited to a Quizizz game joinmyquiz.comand enter this code52587360 Make it to the TOP! EXIT TICKET Directions: Be sure to fill in the Venn Diagram to the best of your ability to be able to finish strong! Good Luck!