Period: Date: Homework # 26 - Magnetism 1. What is the direction of the magnetic field at point A? N S 2. The magnet shown below is cut in half. Show what happens to the two pieces by drawing the poles on each piece. S 3. At which point is the magnetic field strength the greatest In the diagram below? . A compass is placed at point A in the diagram below. In which direction will it point (make sure you label the north and south poles of the compass)? IN N 5. Why can't magnetic field lines ever cross? 6. Explain by use of a diagram how an un-magnetized piece of iron becomes magnetized when held near a bar magnet