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Edexcel International GCSE Physics Electromagnetism Exam Questions

Free Edexcel International GCSE Physics exam questions on Electromagnetism, with mark schemes. Covers fields around wires, solenoids, electromagnets, the motor effect and motors.

Electromagnetism exam questions

These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 6: Magnetism and Electromagnetism, including Electromagnetism. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.

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About Edexcel International GCSE Physics Electromagnetism

This sub-topic covers electromagnetism.

What you need to know

  • Fields Around wires and solenoids.
  • Motor effect Fleming's left hand rule.
  • Motors Increasing speed and force.

Common mistakes in Electromagnetism

  • Using the wrong hand.
  • Forgetting the split ring commutator.

Try two Electromagnetism exam-style questions

1. State two ways to increase a motor's speed. (2 marks)

Show the mark scheme answer

Increase current (1) and use a stronger magnet or more turns (1).

2. State the role of the commutator. (1 mark)

Show the mark scheme answer

Reverses current every half turn.

Electromagnetism FAQs

What does this cover?

Electromagnets and motors.

What is the motor effect?

A force on a current-carrying wire in a magnetic field.