Cambridge IGCSE Physics practice

Paper 3 structured question: Simple phenomena of magnetism

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Simple phenomena of magnetism

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Paper 3Theory (Core)1 marks

Magnetic interactions are fundamental in physics.

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A north pole and a south pole are brought close together. Another north pole is placed nearby.

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State the interaction between the north pole and the south pole.
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Paper 3Theory (Core)2 marks

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Two magnets are placed with their north poles facing each other.

a
Describe the interaction between the two north poles.
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