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Magnetic Fields
Physics · JC 2 · Electromagnetism · 2.º Período

Magnetic Fields

Introduce the concept of magnetic fields produced by currents and permanent magnets. Map magnetic field patterns for various current-carrying conductors.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes8866 5.1(a) Show an understanding that a magnetic field is an example of a field of force.8866 5.1(b) Sketch magnetic field patterns due to currents in a long straight wire and a solenoid.

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Introduce the concept of magnetic fields produced by currents and permanent magnets. Map magnetic field patterns for various current-carrying conductors.

Key Questions

  1. What is a magnetic field?
  2. How do we represent magnetic fields using field lines?
  3. What is the magnetic field pattern around a long straight wire?

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