History of Magnetism Quiz

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Who proved that electricity and magnetism represent different aspects of the same fundamental force field?

James Clerk Maxwell

Who was the first scientist to systematically investigate the phenomenon of magnetism using scientific method?

William Gilbert

What are the two poles called in every magnet regardless of its size and shape?

north pole and south pole

Do isolated magnetic monopoles exist?

No Signup and view all the answers

What are the properties of magnetic lines of force?

i) They form closed loops, ii) The direction of the net magnetic field at a point is given by the tangent to the magnetic line of force at that point, iii) The number of lines of force crossing per unit area decides the magnitude of the magnetic field, iv) They do not intersect Signup and view all the answers

Which physicist suggested a link between electricity and magnetism?

Hans Oersted Signup and view all the answers

What would happen if the magnetic lines of force intersected?

The direction of the magnetic field would not be unique at the point of intersection. Signup and view all the answers

How can you determine the direction of the magnetic field at a point using magnetic lines of force?

The direction of the net magnetic field at a point is given by the tangent to the magnetic line of force at that point. Signup and view all the answers

How can you trace the magnetic field direction at various locations using a bar magnet and a small compass needle?

Place the bar magnet at a fixed position on a paper and place the needle at various positions, noting the orientation of the needle. Signup and view all the answers

Compare the formation of magnetic lines of force with electric lines of force.

Magnetic lines of force form closed loops, while electric lines of force originate from the positive charge and end on the negative charge without forming a complete loop. Signup and view all the answers