The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Electric fields”, from the unit “Electric fields and circuit calculations” (Year 10 Science) by Oak National Academy.
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12 questions
Which of the following are types of electric charge?
When two objects at a distance experience forces that pull them towards each other, we say they attract. When two objects at a distance experience forces that push them apart, we say they ___.
In the diagram, which of the labelled distances is the radius of the black circle?
A material that does not allow current to flow through it is called an electrical insulator. A material that allows current to flow through it is called an electrical ___.
When one object rubs against another, the two objects exert forces on each other. What is the name of this type of force?
There is a magnetic field around a magnet. Which of the following statements about magnetic fields are correct?
The force between charged objects is called the ___ force.
A balloon is rubbed against a wall. After this, it sticks to the wall. Which of the following statements explain why the balloon sticks to the wall?
The arrows on electric field lines point in the direction of the force on...
Which of the following shows where the field is strongest in an electric field diagram?
The diagram shows five small positive charges in the electric field of a large positive charge. Which small charge has an arrow that correctly shows the direction of the force from the large charge?
A small metal pie tin is placed on top of a Van de Graaff generator’s dome, and the generator is switched on. After a short time, the pie tin moves upwards. Which of the following explains why?
