10.6 - Electromagnet
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Practice Questions
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What is an electromagnet?
💡 Hint: Think about how electricity works with magnets.
Name one application of an electromagnet.
💡 Hint: Consider household electronics.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is created when electric current flows through a coil wrapped around a soft iron core?
💡 Hint: Think about the basics of magnetism.
True or False: The magnetic field of an electromagnet cannot be switched off.
💡 Hint: Remember how electromagnets work.
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Design an electromagnet capable of lifting a 5 kg iron object. What specifications will you include regarding wire, core, and current to achieve this?
💡 Hint: Consider the weight and strength required versus the power available.
Assess how the heat produced in an electromagnet could affect its efficiency and performance, especially in prolonged use.
💡 Hint: Think about physical limits in engineering designs.
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