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RP10: Force on a Current-Carrying Wire

Investigate the relationship between force, flux density, current and length for a wire in a magnetic field

Required PracticalAQAA-Level

🔬 Equipment Required

  • Top pan balance
  • Horseshoe magnet or electromagnet
  • Copper wire on frame
  • Power supply
  • Ammeter
  • Variable resistor
  • Clamp stand
  • Connecting wires

🦺 Safety Precautions

  • Strong magnets - keep away from electronic devices
  • Wire can get hot at high currents
  • Secure the balance and magnet
  • Use appropriate current range

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About RP10: Force on a Current-Carrying Wire

RP10: Force on a Current-Carrying Wire is a required practical for AQA A-Level Physics. This practical investigate the relationship between force, flux density, current and length for a wire in a magnetic field

Students are expected to understand the method, identify and control variables, use appropriate equipment, analyse results, draw graphs, identify sources of error, suggest improvements, and consider safety precautions.

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