Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic effects

Electromagnetic effects — practice question

Fig. 9.1 illustrates a bar magnet together with four plotting compasses A, B, C and D.
(a(i))[2]

On Fig. 9.1, draw an arrow on each of the three plotting compasses B, C and D to indicate the direction of the magnetic field.

(a(ii))[1]

On Fig. 9.1, label the magnetic poles of the bar magnet with N and S.

(b)[2]

Describe one way to demagnetise a bar magnet.

(c(i))[2]

Draw the pattern of the magnetic field around the wire, and make the direction of the magnetic field clear.

(c(ii))[1]

State what effect reversing the current has on the magnetic field produced.

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