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AQA GCSE Physics · Topic 7

Magnetism & Electromagnetism flashcards

39 cards on Magnetism & Electromagnetism, every one written against a numbered point in section 4.7 of the AQA Physics spec. Here’s what the topic covers, and 4 cards to try.

  • 39Flashcards
  • 6Sub-topics
  • 24Higher only
  • 18Triple only

Try 4 cards from Magnetism & Electromagnetism.

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  • 4.7.1 · Magnets & Magnetic Fields

    Where are the magnetic forces of a magnet strongest?

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    At its poles.

  • 4.7.2.1 · Electromagnetism

    What happens around a wire carrying a current?

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    A magnetic field is produced, made of concentric circles around the wire. It gets stronger with more current and weaker further from the wire.

  • 4.7.2.4 · Loudspeakers

    How does a moving-coil loudspeaker work?Higher

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    An alternating current in a coil sits in a magnetic field, so the motor effect makes the coil move back and forth. This vibrates the cone, creating pressure variations in the air: sound waves.

  • 4.7.3.1–4.7.3.3 · The Generator Effect

    What is the generator effect?Higher

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    A potential difference is induced across a conductor when it moves relative to a magnetic field, or when the magnetic field around it changes. If it is part of a complete circuit, a current flows.

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What’s in Magnetism & Electromagnetism?

Every part of section 4.7 of the AQA spec, and how many cards cover it. Higher-only cards are hidden for Foundation students. Cards only on the separate Physics GCSE are hidden for Combined Science.

  1. 4.7.1Magnets & Magnetic Fields9 cards
  2. 4.7.2.1Electromagnetism6 cards
  3. 4.7.2.2–4.7.2.3The Motor Effect7 cards
  4. 4.7.2.4LoudspeakersTriple only2 cards
  5. 4.7.3.1–4.7.3.3The Generator EffectTriple only7 cards
  6. 4.7.3.4TransformersTriple only8 cards

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