Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

Fig. 8.1 illustrates a bar magnet with S marked at one end and N at the other.
(a)[3]

On Fig. 8.1, add lines to show the form of the magnetic field around the bar magnet. Make sure there is at least one arrow to indicate the field direction.

(b)[2]

Explain how a coil of wire can be used to turn a suitable piece of metal into a bar magnet.

(c)[1]

Which of these metals could be used to make a bar magnet? Tick one box. Options: aluminium, copper, soft iron, steel.

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This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: A minimum of two magnetic field lines drawn from one end to the other

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