Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

A student places a bar magnet on top of a sheet of paper, as shown in Fig. 10.1.
(a(i))[2]

On Fig. 10.1, draw two magnetic field lines above the centre line XY and two magnetic field lines below XY.

(a(ii))[1]

Show the direction of the magnetic field lines using an arrow. Draw one field line above XY and one field line below XY.

(a(iii))[1]

State the name of a piece of equipment that may be used to find the direction of the magnetic field.

(b)[2]

Describe how the student can use a bar magnet to test whether a metal rod is a magnet.

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This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Two curved field lines drawn above and below the magnet

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