Lesson: Magnetic Fields Physics • 9th Grade

In this lesson, we will learn how to correctly draw the field lines of the magnetic field created by a magnet and how to relate field lines to the force experienced by two magnets.

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Lesson Worksheet

Q1:

Which of the four diagrams correctly shows the field lines of the magnetic field produced by a bar magnet?

Q2:

Which of the four diagrams correctly shows the direction that a plotting compass will point when it is placed near to a bar magnet?

Q3:

The image shows two diagrams for the magnetic field lines between two very wide flat permanent magnets. Which diagram shows magnetic attraction?