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An automated recycling facility uses a rotating non-magnetic drum separator and an internal electromagnet to separate magnetic steel cans from non-magnetic aluminium cans, as shown in the diagram.

Magnetic Drum Separator

a.

Explain how the electromagnet and rotating drum are used to separate the steel cans from the aluminium cans.

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b.

Describe two ways to increase the strength of the magnetic field produced by the electromagnet.

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c.

Write down the equation that links distance travelled (sss), speed (vvv), and time (ttt).

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d.

The outer surface of the drum moves at a constant speed of 0.75 m/s0.75 \text{ m/s}0.75 m/s. Calculate the time taken for a steel can to travel a distance of 1.8 m1.8 \text{ m}1.8 m along the drum surface. Give your answer to 2 significant figures.

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