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GCE O-Level Physics Syllabus
Chapter 19: Magnetism
Chapter Topics:
Laws of magnetism
Magnetic properties of matter
Magnetic field
Learning Objectives:
(a) State the properties of magnets.
(b) Describe induced magnetism.
(c) Describe electrical methods of magnetization and demagnetization.
(d) Draw the magnetic field pattern around a bar magnet and between the poles of two bar magnets.
(e) Describe the plotting of magnetic field lines with a compass.
(f) Distinguish between the properties and uses of temporary magnets (e.g. iron) and permanent magnets (e.g. steel).
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