10 Questions
Which phenomenon is universal in nature?
Magnetism
What is the origin of the word 'magnet'?
Named after an island in Greece called Magnesia
Who is credited with the discovery that moving charges produce magnetic fields?
Oersted, Ampere, Biot and Savart
How does a freely suspended bar magnet align itself?
North-South
What is the direction of the earth's magnetic field?
From south to north
What is the significance of the island magnesia in the study of magnetism?
It is the place where magnetic ore deposits were found as early as 600 BC.
What is the main subject of the present chapter?
Magnetism
Who are some of the scientists credited with the discovery of moving charges producing magnetic fields?
Oersted, Ampere, Biot, and Savart
What is the behavior of the earth's magnetism?
It points approximately from the geographic south to the north.
In which direction does a freely suspended bar magnet point?
In the north-south direction.
Test your knowledge on magnetic phenomena and their presence in the universe. From distant galaxies to tiny atoms, explore the origins and impact of magnetic fields. Discover the ancient roots of magnetism and its significance in our world.
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