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WorksheetsIGCSE magnetism
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 14mins
Some metals can be magnetic. Which of these can be magnetic?
Steel
Copper
Aluminum
Copper
Which of the following diagrams is INCORRECT?
A
B
C
D
What happens to the strength of a magnetic field as you move away from the magnet?
The strength of the magnetic field increases.
The strength of the magnetic field doesn't change.
The strength of the magnetic field is doubled.
The strength of the magnetic field decreases.
What is meant by the term magnetic field line?
Line that shows direction of the magnetic force
Line that shows direction a metal object will move.
Line in between the magnetic poles
Line that shows the flow of electric current.
Which statement COULD NOT be used to describe a uniform magnetic field?
Field lines point in the same direction.
Parallel field lines
Field lines get closer together.
Field lines do not change direction.
What happens when an electric current flows through a wire?
The wire begins to spin.
Nothing happens.
A field of gravity is created around the wire.
A magnetic field is created around the wire.
What does this image show?
Parallel circuit
Series circuit
Magnet
Electromagnet
What type of core is best for electromagnets?
Steel
Iron
Plastic
Copper
Which side of the permanent magnet is the SOUTH POLE?
Left side
Right side
Which direction is the CURRENT in the wire?
In to the board.
Out of the board.
True or false. A current carrying wire CAN BE placed inside a magnetic field and experience no force.
True
False
Which of the following will NOT make a d.c. motor spin faster?
Make the magnets closer to the coil.
More loops of wire on the coil.
Higher voltage
Switch around the magnets.
