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Every CAIE IGCSE Physics exam question on 4.1 Simple phenomena of magnetism, June 2024 and the specimen papers, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
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Q8(a)(i)
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Q8(b)(i)
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All 8 questions on Simple phenomena of magnetism, as a list
- June 2024, Paper 1, Q24 (1 mark): Which diagram shows the pattern and the direction of the magnetic field lines around a bar magnet? A B N S N S C D S N S N
- June 2024, Paper 2, Q24 (1 mark): Which row describes suitable materials for use in a temporary magnet and in a permanent magnet? temporary permanent magnet magnet A soft iron soft iron B soft i
- June 2024, Paper 2, Q25 (1 mark): A magnetic field is represented in the diagram by magnetic field lines. At which point is the magnetic field strongest? B A C D
- June 2024, Paper 3, Q8(a)(i) (1 mark): The electromagnet is a temporary magnet. State one material which is suitable for the core of the electromagnet. [1]
- June 2024, Paper 3, Q8(b)(i) (1 mark): There is a magnetic field around the electromagnet. State the name of a piece of equipment that can show the direction of a magnetic field. [1]
- Specimen, Paper 1, Q26 (1 mark): What material can a temporary magnet be made from? A plastic B soft iron C steel D wood
- Specimen, Paper 1, Q27 (1 mark): The diagram shows a bar magnet and four plotting compasses. Which compass correctly shows the direction of the magnetic field due to the magnet? A D S N B C
- Specimen, Paper 2, Q27 (1 mark): The diagram shows a bar magnet and four plotting compasses. Which compass correctly shows the direction of the magnetic field due to the magnet? A D S N B C
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