Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism

Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question

(a)[1]

Underline the material that can be used to make a permanent magnet. aluminium, copper, soft iron, mercury, plastic, steel, uranium

(b(i))[1]

Describe what is meant by the direction of a magnetic field. State the direction of the magnetic field between the two poles shown in Fig. 7.1.

(b(ii))[3]

Describe and explain what happens to the beam of electrons in the magnetic field between the poles of the magnet shown in Fig. 7.1.

(c)[3]

Explain how a uniform magnetic field can be used to separate the α-particles, the β-particles and the γ-rays.

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