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MAGNETISM

1.

In an experiment, an iron bar is magnetized by dragging a magnet over the surface of the bar from end A to end B several times as shown in the diagram below.

(i)

Mention the method of magnetization.

(ii)

Give the polarity of the ends A and B of the bar after the magnetization.

(iii)

How will you test that the bar AB is a magnet?

(iv)

Indicate how you will test for the poles of A and B of the bar.

(v)

Give one precaution that should be taken during the magnetization process.

(vi)

Name one other method of magnetization.

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2.

The diagram below shows the electrical method of magnetizing a nail.

Study the diagram and use it to answer the questions that follow.

(i)

Give the names of the parts of the circuit labelled I, II and III.

(ii)

List two substances that can be made into a magnet.

(iii)

State two other methods of making magnets.

(iv)

Name one material that is used in making an electrical wire.

(v)

Give two properties of the material you named in (iv) which makes it useful as a wire.

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