IGCSE Magnetism 1

Which of these is not a magnetic material?

• aluminium

• steel

• nickel

• iron

Which of the above diagrams shows the magnetic field lines around the north pole of a magnet?

• A

• B

• C

• D

When magnets and metal bars are close together they experience forces.

Which row gives the correct description of the effect between these materials?

• A

• B

• C

• D

A magnetic compass points North. This shows that...

• the Earth is tilted on its axis

• the Earth is spinning

• the Earth has a magnetic field

• the Earth has gravity

A uniform magnetic field can be produced between 2 permanent magnets. Which of the following arrangements of magnets will produce the field shown?

• A

• B

• C

• D

The force on a wire can be made stronger in several ways. Which one of these will not work?

• Increase the current

• Use stronger magnets

• Use a coil with many turns

• Make the wire thicker

Which diagram shows the poles of the magnets?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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• A

• B

• C

• D

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• A

• B

• C

• D

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• A

• B

• C

• D