Magnetic Forces

Physics: Cambridge International GCSE Supplement, topic 4.1.2

Magnetic Forces

Magnetic forces (the forces between magnets) are caused by invisible magnetic fields.

Magnetic fields

Magnetic fields

  • Every magnet creates a magnetic field around itself.
  • When the magnetic fields of two magnets overlap, the two fields cause the magnets to push or pull each other.

Test yourself on Magnetic Forces

  • Why do magnets attract or repel each other?

  • Which of the following are true?

  • Which of the following is true about magnetic fields?

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