Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

The box includes four materials: aluminium, iron, plastic, and wood.
(a(i))[1]

State all the materials that act as electrical insulators.

(a(ii))[1]

State one example of a material that is magnetic.

(b)[1]

Label the missing pole on magnet P and both poles on magnet Q on Fig. 9.1.

(c)[1]

State one further advantage of an electromagnet compared with a permanent magnet.

(d)[3]

Indicate which features will give the strongest electromagnet. Tick (✓) one box in each list.

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