ConceptConceptDocsDocuments

Edexcel IGCSE Physics 6.7 Uniform magnetic fields

Practise recognising and producing uniform magnetic fields between permanent magnets from pole labels, straight lines and spacing.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Physics 4PH1

Exam points

  • draw straight, parallel, equally spaced field lines between opposite magnetic poles
  • explain that a uniform magnetic field is shown by field lines with even spacing
  • describe placing opposite poles of two permanent magnets close together without touching

6.7 Uniform magnetic fields question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

The region of space around a magnet is known as a magnetic field.

The diagram shows two bar magnets placed close together.

Figure for Question 6.7 Uniform magnetic fields question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Physics
Figure for Question 6.7 Uniform magnetic fields question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Physics

Which of these magnet arrangements gives a uniform field between the poles?

A
Figure for Question 6.7 Uniform magnetic fields question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Physics — Option A
B
Figure for Question 6.7 Uniform magnetic fields question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Physics — Option B
C
Figure for Question 6.7 Uniform magnetic fields question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Physics — Option C
D
Figure for Question 6.7 Uniform magnetic fields question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Physics — Option D
All question bank results loaded