12.2.4 - Magnetic Field due to a Current in a Solenoid
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What is a solenoid?
💡 Hint: Think about its shape and structure.
What happens when current passes through a solenoid?
💡 Hint: Recall the connection between electricity and magnetism.
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What is the magnetic field pattern of a solenoid?
💡 Hint: Think about how a bar magnet's field looks.
True or False: A solenoid behaves like a magnet.
💡 Hint: Consider the similarities between a solenoid and a typical bar magnet.
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Design an experiment to observe the magnetic field pattern around a solenoid. Describe the materials needed and the expected outcomes.
💡 Hint: Think about how you'll visualize the magnetic field.
How would you increase the strength of an electromagnet made with a solenoid? Discuss two methods.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between current, turns of wire, and magnetic strength.
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