GCSE Physics - Magnetism - 1 - Exam Style Questions with Answers

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GCSE_OCR_PHY_4_MAGNET_1

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A

C

B

D

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The different currents in four wires are shown below.
The magnetic field is measured at positions A,B, C and D.
Which position will experience the strongest magnetic field?

C

A

B

D

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C

D

A

B

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Why is an unmagnetised piece of iron attracted to a magnet?

The iron has charged particles which attract the protons in the magnet.

The iron has charged particles which attract the electrons in the magnet.

The iron has magnetism induced by the magnet.

The iron is attracted by the Earth’s magnetic field

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Which action increases the strength of an electromagnet?

Decreasing the number of turns of wire

Decreasing the current

Increasing the number of turns of wire

Using a copper core

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A

D

B

C

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A

D

C

B

8 / 10

Which of the following is not needed to generate ac in an alternator?

magnetic field

Commutator

Changing

Rotating magnet

Coil of wire

9 / 10

A magnet is used to pick up a paper clip.
Which statement explains why the paper clip is picked up?

The magnet is a permanent magnet and the opposite pole has been induced at the top of the paper clip.

The magnet is a permanent magnet and the same pole has been induced at the top of the paper clip.

The magnet is a temporary magnet and the opposite pole has been induced at the top of the paperclip.

The magnet is a temporary magnet and the same pole has been induced at the top of the paper clip.

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Which does not increase the magnetic effect of a solenoid?

Increasing the current in the solenoid

Putting a soft iron core in the solenoid

Increasing the cross-sectional area of the solenoid

Increasing the number of turns on the solenoid

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