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Electromagnets

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Electromagnets”, from the unit “Magnets and electromagnets” (Year 9 Science) by Oak National Academy.

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12 questions

Which of the following metals are magnetic?
Which statement about the magnetic field lines round a bar magnet is correct?
Earth's magnetic field behaves as if there is a magnet inside the planet. Which of the following statements about this imaginary magnet is correct?
Where is Earth's magnetic field strongest?
Which of the following will not deflect a magnetic compass needle?
Which of the following statements about the poles of magnets is correct?
Which of the following would not cause a compass needle to deflect?
Which of the following is not needed to make a strong electromagnet?
Why do paper clips fall off the electromagnet when the current is turned off?
Which of the following changes will not make an electromagnet stronger?
Which of the following will increase the strength of the magnetic field in a coil of insulated wire?
What is the shape of the magnetic field lines caused by a straight, current–carrying wire?

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