1. Magnetic fields are force fields that exert non-contact forces on other magnets or current-carrying conductors. They are generated by moving charges and currents. 2. Magnetic field lines emanate from the north pole of a magnet and loop back to the south pole. Opposite magnetic poles attract, while like poles repel one another. 3. A magnetic force is exerted on any moving charge or current in a magnetic field. This force is perpendicular to both the magnetic field and the velocity of the charge or current.