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Exploring Magnetic Effects

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the principle behind electromagnetism?

a)

The principle of electromagnetism is unrelated to magnetic fields.

b)

The principle behind electromagnetism is the interaction between electric charges and magnetic fields.

c)

Electromagnetism only involves static electric charges.

d)

Electromagnetism is solely based on gravitational forces.

2.

How does an electromagnet work?

a)

An electromagnet works by generating a magnetic field through electric current in a wire coil.

b)

An electromagnet generates heat through electric resistance in a wire.

c)

An electromagnet works by using permanent magnets to create a field.

d)

An electromagnet functions by spinning a metal core without any electric current.

3.

What are the main components of an electromagnet?

a)

Wire, magnet, and voltage source.

b)

Coil of wire, core material (usually iron), and electric current.

c)

Magnet, switch, and diode.

d)

Battery, resistor, and capacitor.

4.

What is a permanent magnet?

a)

A magnet that requires electricity to function.

b)

A type of magnet that can only attract certain metals.

c)

A temporary magnet that loses its magnetism quickly.

d)

A permanent magnet is a magnet that maintains its magnetic properties without an external power source.

5.

Name common materials used to make electromagnet magnets.

a)

Copper

b)

Iron

c)

Plastic

d)

Aluminum

6.

What is the difference between an electromagnet and permanent magnet?

a)

They both are temporary magnet

b)

They both are temporary magnet

c)

Electromagnet is temporary while the permanent isn't

d)

They both are natural magnets.

7.

What causes the hammer of an electric bell to strike the gong repeatedly?

a)

Continuous current flow

b)

Alternating current

c)

Rapid making and breaking of the circuit

d)

Manual pressing of the hammer

8.

If the direction of current in a wire is reversed, the direction of magnetic field —

a)

Remains the same

b)

Becomes zero

c)

Becomes stronger

d)

Reverses

9.

Can a permanent magnet lose its magnetism? If so, how?

a)

No, a permanent magnet can only gain magnetism.

b)

No, a permanent magnet never loses its magnetism.

c)

Yes, a permanent magnet can lose its magnetism.

d)

Yes, but only if it is exposed to extreme cold.

10.

What are some applications of electromagnets in everyday life?

a)

Light bulbs

b)

Batteries

c)

Solar panels

d)

Applications of electromagnets include electric motors, magnetic locks, MRI machines, speakers, cranes, and relays.

11.

An electromagnet works only when —

a)

The core is made of copper

b)

Electric current flows through the coil

c)

The coil is magnetized permanently

d)

The switch is off

12.

What is the Earth's magnetic field and how does it affect us?

a)

The Earth's magnetic field is a protective force generated by its molten core, affecting navigation, animal migration, and shielding us from solar radiation.

b)

The magnetic field is a solid layer surrounding the Earth.

c)

It has no impact on animal behavior or navigation.

d)

The Earth's magnetic field is caused by the sun's rays.

13.

Which energy conversion takes place in an electric bell?

a)

Sound → Electrical

b)

Electrical → Sound

c)

Mechanical → Electrical

d)

Magnetic → Heat

14.

Which of the following parts of an electric bell acts as an electromagnet?

a)

Armature

b)

Hammer

c)

Soft iron core

d)

Gong

15.

What happens if we increase the number of turns in solenoid

a)

It increases it's heating effect

b)

It increases it's magnetic strength

c)

It breaks the coil

d)

It does nothing

16.

Why is a permanent magnet not used in electric bell?

a)

It will damage the bell

b)

It will run the bell less efficiently

c)

It can't be turned on or off

d)

It will cause damage to our ears

17.

How an electroamgent can be made stronger?

a)

By hammering

b)

By heating

c)

By decreasing the number of turns

d)

By increasing the amount of current

18.

In an electric bell, the function of the hammer is to —

a)

Attract the armature

b)

Hit the gong to produce sound

c)

Convert electrical energy into heat energy

d)

Make and break the circuit

19.

What is a solenoid?

a)

A electromagnet

b)

A wire

c)

A cylindrical coil of wire having turns

d)

An electric bell

20.

Who discovered magnetic effect of electric current?

a)

Albert Einstein

b)

Galileo Galilei

c)

Hans Christian Oersted

d)

Alexander Fleming