CK-12 Physical Science Concepts - For Middle School

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5.87. Electromagnet http://www.ck12.org



  1. When the amplitude of the alternating current is greater, the strength of the magnetic field is __.

  2. The more quickly the alternating current changes direction, the more quickly the magnetic field __.


Review



  1. What is an electromagnet?

  2. How could you increase the strength of an electromagnet?

  3. Why are electromagnets the strongest of all magnets?

  4. How could the crane operator in the opening photo cause the electromagnet to drop the metal parts into the
    train car?

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