Question

explore it! part 3
electromagnets run on electricity, and they are only magnetic when the electricity is flowing.
imagine the electricity flowing through the wire. this arranges the molecules in the nail so that they are attracted to certain metals.

1. list all the types of energy that are involved in the electromagnet setup.
2. what energy transformations occur in your electromagnet when it is turned on?
3. what could you do to increase the strength of your electromagnet?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify energy types in electromagnet setup

Electrical energy from battery, magnetic energy when magnetized.

Step2: Determine energy transformation when turned - on

Electrical energy is transformed into magnetic energy.

Step3: List ways to increase electromagnet strength

Increase current (e.g., use a stronger battery), increase number of wire turns around the core.

Answer:

1. Electrical energy, magnetic energy.
2. Electrical energy is transformed into magnetic energy.
3. Increase the current (use a stronger battery), increase the number of wire - turns around the core.