AQA GCSE Electromagnetism Flashcards

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Electromagnetism

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of electric currents and magnetic fields

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Magnetic field lines

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direction and strength of magnetic field; never cross

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Right-hand rule

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points current, fingers curl in direction of magnetic field

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Solenoid

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of wire producing strong, uniform magnetic field when current flows

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Electromagnet

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magnet created by electric current through a coil

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Fleming’s left-hand rule

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direction of force on a current in a magnetic field

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Motor effect

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on a wire carrying current in a magnetic field

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Equation for force on a conductor

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latex="F = B I l"> (Force = magnetic flux density × current × length)

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of magnetic field, measured in tesla (T)

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Induced potential difference

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when a conductor moves through a magnetic field