Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

A student uses a bar magnet to tell an unlabelled magnet apart from an iron bar.
(a)[2]

Describe how the student can work out which is the magnet and which is the iron bar.

(b)[3]

Describe and explain what occurs when switch S is closed.

(c)[3]

On Fig. 10.3, sketch the magnetic field-line pattern produced by the current in the wire. Show the field direction.

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