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Igcse Physics 3ed TR End of Chapter Test 16

The document is an end-of-chapter test for Cambridge IGCSE Physics focusing on concepts related to magnetism. It includes multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and diagrams for students to label and explain. The test assesses understanding of magnetic fields, electromagnets, and the properties of materials in relation to magnetism.

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Igcse Physics 3ed TR End of Chapter Test 16

The document is an end-of-chapter test for Cambridge IGCSE Physics focusing on concepts related to magnetism. It includes multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and diagrams for students to label and explain. The test assesses understanding of magnetic fields, electromagnets, and the properties of materials in relation to magnetism.

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CAMBRIDGE IGCSE™ PHYSICS: END-OF-CHAPTER 16 TEST

Name ___________________________________ Date _____________

End-of-chapter 16 test
1 Which of these can be used to determine the direction of a magnetic field?
Choose one answer. [1]
A a protractor
B an electromagnet
C an iron nail
D a plotting compass
2 An iron nail is initially demagnetised.
The iron nail is used as the core for an electromagnet.
What happens to the iron nail when the electromagnet is switched on?
Choose one answer. [1]
A The nail becomes magnetic.
B The nail becomes magnetised.
C The nail stays demagnetised.
D The nail becomes a permanent magnet.

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CAMBRIDGE IGCSE™ PHYSICS: END-OF-CHAPTER 16 TEST

3 A learner hangs a steel paperclip from the south pole of a bar magnet. The learner then hangs a second
steel paperclip from the first paperclip as shown in Figure 16.1.

Figure 16.1

a State what happens in the first paperclip to attract the second paperclip. [1]

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b On the figure, label the poles on the paperclips. [3]
c The learner has a third paperclip that is identical to the first two paperclips. This paperclip
will not hang from the second paperclip.
Suggest a reason for this. [1]

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4 The smallest value coin in the British currency is made from steel that is plated (covered) with copper.
a Explain why this coin is attracted to a magnet. [1]

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b One of the higher value coins in the British currency contains copper and zinc. Fake coins that
look the same are made from iron and steel. The real coins and the fake coins have the
same mass. Suggest how shopkeepers can quickly tell the difference between a fake coin
and a real one. [2]

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CAMBRIDGE IGCSE™ PHYSICS: END-OF-CHAPTER 16 TEST

5 a Describe what is meant by the term magnetic field. [1]

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b Draw the magnetic field pattern around this bar magnet. [3]

c Draw the magnetic field pattern between the poles of these two magnets. [3]

6 Explain why the core of an electromagnet is made from soft iron and not from hard steel. [3]

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[Total: 20 marks]

END OF TEST

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