Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

A piece of unmagnetised soft iron is held near a strong permanent magnet, as shown. What polarity is induced at end X of the soft iron, and in what direction does the magnetic force act on the soft iron?

  • Apolarity of end X: N; direction of force on the soft iron: to the left
  • Bpolarity of end X: N; direction of force on the soft iron: to the right
  • Cpolarity of end X: S; direction of force on the soft iron: to the left
  • Dpolarity of end X: S; direction of force on the soft iron: to the right

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