Unit 2: Magnetism and electromagnetism

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  • Unit 2: Magnetism and electromagnetism

    • Magnetic fields - CCEA

      What are magnets and electromagnets? How are magnetic fields detected? How is the strength of an electromagnetic investigated through practical work?

    • The motor effect - CCEA (Higher tier only)

      How do magnetic fields interact to produce the motor effect? What is Fleming's left hand rule?

    • The AC generator - CCEA

      What does the AC generator consist of and how does it work? How is it used in power stations in the large-scale generation of electricity for homes and industry?

    • The transformer – CCEA

      What are the two types of transformer? What is their role in the flow of electricity to homes and businesses?

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