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Magnetic poles and non-contact forces

Magnetic poles and non-contact forces

Bar magnet with field lines leaving the north pole and entering the south pole outside the magnet

A magnet produces a magnetic field around itself. Another magnet placed in this field experiences a push or pull, even when the magnets are not touching, so magnetic force is a non-contact force.

12.1 Magnets and magnetic fields Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /12.1 Magnets and magnetic fields

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Physics 12.1 Magnets and magnetic fields. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Master the required practical work and core equations early, since both papers can draw on content and maths skills from across the whole specification.

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