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CP8: Force on a Current-Carrying Wire

Investigate how the force on a wire varies with flux density, current, and length

Required PracticalEdexcelA-Level

🔬 Equipment Required

  • Top pan balance
  • Horseshoe magnet or C-core electromagnet
  • Copper wire 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
  • Use appropriate current range

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About CP8: Force on a Current-Carrying Wire

CP8: Force on a Current-Carrying Wire is a required practical for Edexcel A-Level Physics. This practical investigate how the force on a wire varies with flux density, current, and length

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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