Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

Fig. 10.1 depicts two bar magnets. Fig. 10.2 depicts a current-carrying solenoid wound on a piece of card. The solenoid ends are marked A and B. The arrows indicate the direction of current in the solenoid.
(a)[1]

Draw a ring around the statement that correctly describes the force between the magnets.

(b(i))[1]

When current flows through the solenoid, its ends behave like the poles of a bar magnet. Complete Table 10.1 by naming the pole at end A and the pole at end B.

(b(ii))[2]

On Fig. 10.3, draw the shape of the magnetic field created by the solenoid. Include at least two magnetic field lines above line AB and two below line AB.

(b(iii))[1]

Draw arrows on the field lines to indicate the direction of the magnetic field produced by the solenoid.

(c)[2]

State two reasons an electromagnet may be more useful than a permanent magnet.

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