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CAIE IGCSE Physics Magnetic Fields Around Wires and Solenoids

Practise drawing circular magnetic fields around straight wires and complete solenoid fields, using current direction, compasses and arrows to set direction.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Physics 0625

Exam points

  • draw concentric circular field lines centred on a straight current-carrying wire
  • use the right-hand grip rule to set clockwise or anticlockwise arrows from current direction
  • draw parallel lines inside a solenoid with curved return paths outside and identify its poles

4.5.3.1—Pattern and direction of the magnetic question 1

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Fig. 9.2 represents a current in a wire. The current is into the plane of the paper.

Draw the pattern of the magnetic field produced around the wire. Show clearly the direction of the magnetic field.

Fig. 9.2

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