Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic effects

Electromagnetic effects — practice question

Two matched radioactive sources send $\alpha$-particles and $\gamma$-rays into two vacuum tubes.
(a(i))[2]

Enter the symbol $\alpha$ once in Table 8.1 to show any deflection of the $\alpha$-particles. Enter the symbol $\gamma$ once in Table 8.1 to show any deflection of the $\gamma$-rays.

(a(ii))[2]

Enter the symbol $\alpha$ once in Table 8.2 to show any deflection of the $\alpha$-particles. Enter the symbol $\gamma$ once in Table 8.2 to show any deflection of the $\gamma$-rays.

(b(i))[3]

State and explain the direction in which the coil rotates as viewed from point X.

(b(ii))[1]

State what the moment is in this position.

(b(iii))[2]

By considering the forces on the coil, explain how the split-ring commutator allows the motor to keep turning continuously.

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