Magnetic fields

Question 1

When iron flings are placed near a magnet the filings form a curved linear path from the north of the magnet to the south.
The filings show the magnetic lines of force, these are known as

Answer 1

Flux lines.

Question 2

Magnetic flux is a way to represent the ………… and ……….. of a magnetic field.

Answer 2

Strength and direction.

Question 3

Objects placed in the magnetic field will be affected by the force of the magnetic field if they are oriented ………….. to the flux lines.

Answer 3

Perpendicular.