Magnets and Magnetic Fields

Magnets are Ace. But why is some stuff magnetic? Find out in today's lesson. Download the flashcard template and answer the questions and then use them for retrieval quizzes.

Electromagnets

Today you will learn how to make an electromagnet and test its strength. If that sounds attractive, carry on (even if it sounds repulsive). Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

The Motor Effect

When a current flows in a wire in a magnetic field, it feels a force. This is called the motor effect. You'll learn how an electric motor works in today's lesson. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

The Force on A Conductor

So, you've learnt what the Motor Effect is. Today you'll learn how to calculate the amount of force on a conductor placed in a wire and be able to describe how to make the force greater. Oh yes you will. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video


Magnificent! That's the end of the Electromagnetism and Motors topic. Try the End of Topic Quiz and the exam style questions before you move on to the Electromagnetic Induction Topic.

End of topic quiz Exam Style Questions


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