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Electromagnetism Essentials

Physics

Fundamental principles of electromagnetism and electrical phenomena.

science electricity magnetism
15 Questions Medium Ages 12+ Jul 20, 2026
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1 What is the primary unit of measurement for electrical resistance?
  • A Volt
  • B Ampere
  • C Ohm
  • D Watt
2 Which subatomic particle carries a negative electric charge?
  • A Proton
  • B Electron
  • C Neutron
  • D Positron
3 What device is used to transform voltage levels in an alternating current circuit?
  • A Generator
  • B Transformer
  • C Resistor
  • D Capacitor
4 Magnetic field lines outside a bar magnet always point from which pole to which pole?
  • A South to North
  • B North to South
  • C East to West
  • D West to East
5 What is the standard unit of electric current?
  • A Coulomb
  • B Watt
  • C Ampere
  • D Joule
6 Which material is commonly used as a semiconductor in computer chips?
  • A Copper
  • B Silicon
  • C Gold
  • D Plastic
7 What do moving electric charges create in the space surrounding them?
  • A Gravity
  • B Sound waves
  • C Magnetic fields
  • D Thermal insulation
8 What is the force between two stationary electric charges described by?
  • A Coulomb's Law
  • B Ohm's Law
  • C Faraday's Law
  • D Newton's Law
9 Which of these is a common magnetic metal?
  • A Aluminum
  • B Iron
  • C Copper
  • D Gold
10 What type of current flows in only one direction?
  • A Alternating current
  • B Direct current
  • C Radio current
  • D Static current
11 What is the relationship between electric power, voltage, and current?
  • A P = V / I
  • B P = I / V
  • C P = V * I
  • D P = V + I
12 Which device converts mechanical energy into electrical energy?
  • A Battery
  • B Generator
  • C Switch
  • D Fuse
13 What phenomenon occurs when a changing magnetic field induces an electric current in a conductor?
  • A Electromagnetic induction
  • B Electrostatic discharge
  • C Magnetic saturation
  • D Thermal expansion
14 In a simple circuit, what prevents excessive current from flowing and damaging components?
  • A Switch
  • B Resistor
  • C Battery
  • D Capacitor
15 What is the primary function of a fuse in an electrical circuit?
  • A Store energy
  • B Increase voltage
  • C Protect against overcurrent
  • D Convert AC to DC
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