P7 - Magnetism And Electromagnetism Flashcards
1
Q
permanent magnets
A
produce their own magnetic field
2
Q
Induced magnets
A
magnetic materials that turn into a magnet when they are put into a magnetic field
3
Q
Right hand thumb rule
A
Point your thumb in the direction of the current and curl your fingers. The direction of your fingers is the direction of the field.
4
Q
Force equation
A
F = BI1 Force = Magnetic flux density x current x length
5
Q
Left hand rule
A
point your first finger in the direction of the magnetic field
point your second finger in the direction of the current
point your thumb in the direction of the force (motion)