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Physics · Unit 3 · Electromagnetism · Electrostatics

Describe the concept of a magnetic field.

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Question 1

What key feature best describes the concept of a magnetic field?

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Question 2

The diagram shows magnetic field lines around two bar magnets positioned near each other. What key feature of the magnetic field is demonstrated by the pattern of field lines between the magnets?

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Question 3

A bar magnet is placed near a plotting compass at four different positions, labelled P, Q, R and S. The compass needle orientations are recorded. What feature of the magnetic field is directly demonstrated by comparing the compass deflections at positions P and S?

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