An engineer is testing magnetic docking mechanisms using two experimental hyperloop capsules, Capsule Alpha and Capsule Beta, situated on a frictionless linear test track as shown in the diagram.
When Capsule Alpha is released near Capsule Beta, the magnet on Capsule Alpha attracts the magnet on Capsule Beta.
Identify the magnetic poles at the ends labeled P and Q of the magnet on Capsule Alpha.
Magnets and magnetic fields Questions
Practise Edexcel GCSE Physics Magnets and magnetic fields with exam-style questions for Foundation and Higher tier. 100 questions, matched to the Edexcel GCSE Physics (1PH0) specification and written in Paper 1 and Paper 2 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.