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Electromagnetism

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Electromagnets

Electromagnets are temporary magnets. Unlike permanent magnets, they can be switched on and off.

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Current and magnetic fields

  • When current flows through a wire a magnetic field is also produced around it.
  • The closer to the wire you are the stronger the electromagnetic force.
  • If the current stops, the magnetic field will stop and the electromagnet will turn off.
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Electromagnets

  • A coil of wire that generates a magnetic field is called a solenoid.
  • You are able to make electromagnets stronger by:
    • Wrapping the coils of wire around an iron core.
    • Increasing the number of turns the coil has.

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