Magnetism and Electromagnetism · Electricity & Magnetism

Magnetic Fields and Electromagnets

Mapping magnetic fields and creating temporary magnets using electric currents.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the alignment of magnetic domains explain the behavior of permanent magnets?
  2. 2What variables affect the strength of an electromagnet's magnetic field?
  3. 3How would an engineer use an electromagnet to sort metals in a recycling facility?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: Physics - Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Year: Year 10
Subject: Physics
Unit: Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Period: Electricity & Magnetism

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