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Name two factors on which the strength of the magnetic field produced by a solenoid depends. (1)

This piece focuses on (one of the most important chapters for board exams). It follows Oswaal’s typical typology: remembering, understanding, application, and case-based questions. Oswaal CBSE Class 10 Science Question Bank Practice Module: Magnetic Effects of Electric Current Topic Coverage: Magnetic Field, Solenoid, Fleming’s Rules, Electric Motor & Generator 1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) – 1 Mark each Q.1 The pattern of the magnetic field lines produced by a straight current-carrying conductor is: (a) Radial (b) Concentric circles around the conductor (c) Straight lines parallel to the conductor (d) Elliptical Oswaal cbse class 10 science question bank

Write the name of the rule which helps to determine the direction of induced current in a conductor moving in a magnetic field. State the rule. 4. Short Answer Questions Type II (SA-II) – 3 Marks each Q.11 (a) State Fleming’s Left-Hand Rule. (b) Explain with the help of a labeled diagram the principle of an electric motor. (c) Why is a split ring used in an electric motor? Name two factors on which the strength of

Why does a compass needle show deflection when kept near a current-carrying wire? State the rule used to find the direction of the magnetic field. Oswaal CBSE Class 10 Science Question Bank Practice

Which of the following correctly represents Fleming’s Left-Hand Rule? (a) Thumb – Current, Forefinger – Motion, Middle finger – Field (b) Thumb – Motion, Forefinger – Field, Middle finger – Current (c) Thumb – Field, Forefinger – Current, Middle finger – Motion (d) Thumb – Current, Forefinger – Field, Middle finger – Motion 2. Very Short Answer Questions (VSA) – 1 Mark each Q.5 State one difference between a permanent magnet and an electromagnet. Q.6 Name the device which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. Q.7 What is the frequency of direct current (DC) in India? 3. Short Answer Questions Type I (SA-I) – 2 Marks each Q.8 Draw a labeled diagram to show the pattern of magnetic field lines around a current-carrying solenoid. Mark the north and south poles.

How can you identify the north and south poles of a solenoid without using a magnetic compass? (2) 6. Long Answer Question (LA) – 5 Marks Q.14 (a) State the principle of an electric generator. (b) Draw a neat labeled diagram of an AC generator. (c) Explain the role of the following in an AC generator: (i) Armature (ii) Brushes (iii) Slip rings (d) Why is alternating current preferred over direct current for long-distance transmission? Answer Key (For Quick Evaluation) | Q.No | Answer | |------|--------| | 1 | (b) Concentric circles | | 2 | (a) Bar magnet | | 3 | (c) Split rings | | 4 | (b) Thumb – Motion, Forefinger – Field, Middle finger – Current | | 5 | Electromagnet requires current; permanent magnet does not. | | 6 | Electric generator | | 7 | 0 Hz (DC has no frequency) | | 9 | Current produces magnetic field; Right-Hand Thumb Rule. | | 10 | Fleming’s Right-Hand Rule. | | 13.1 | Uniform and strong / parallel and straight. | | 13.2 | Current strength & number of turns per unit length. | | 14(d) | Less energy loss due to step-up/step-down transformers. |

In an electric motor, the direction of current in the coil is reversed after every half rotation using: (a) Armature (b) Brushes (c) Split rings (commutator) (d) Slip rings