Physics HL
Physics HL
5
Chapters
329
Notes
Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme D - Fields
Theme D - Fields
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
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Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Physics HL
Physics HL

Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter

Unraveling The Multifaceted Effects Of Electric Current

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690 words
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4 mins read
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Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

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Hey future physicist! Let’s dive deep into the electrifying world of electric current. Ever wondered what happens when those charges flow? Let's decode!

Heating up the party - the heating effect 🔥

What it is: When electric current flows through a resistor, it gives off heat. Imagine your device charger after you’ve been charging your phone for a long time. Yup, that warm feeling is this effect in action!

 

Real-world example: Think of an electric kettle. When you switch it on, electric current flows through a coiled resistor inside. This resistor heats up due to the electric current, boiling your water and making it perfect for that cup of tea or cocoa!

Attract-o-magic - the magnetic effect 🧲

What it is: When current flows, it can create a magnetic field around it. Also, if you change a magnetic field near a conductor, you can induce an emf (which is just a fancy term for voltage) in the conductor. Magic? Nah, it's physics!

 

Real-world example: Electric trains use the magnetic effect. Ever heard of the Maglev train? It floats above the tracks! The electric current in the rails creates a magnetic field, which pushes against another set of magnets on the train. Result? A floating train!

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Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Physics HL
Physics HL

Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter

Unraveling The Multifaceted Effects Of Electric Current

Word Count Emoji
690 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

Table of content

Hey future physicist! Let’s dive deep into the electrifying world of electric current. Ever wondered what happens when those charges flow? Let's decode!

Heating up the party - the heating effect 🔥

What it is: When electric current flows through a resistor, it gives off heat. Imagine your device charger after you’ve been charging your phone for a long time. Yup, that warm feeling is this effect in action!

 

Real-world example: Think of an electric kettle. When you switch it on, electric current flows through a coiled resistor inside. This resistor heats up due to the electric current, boiling your water and making it perfect for that cup of tea or cocoa!

Attract-o-magic - the magnetic effect 🧲

What it is: When current flows, it can create a magnetic field around it. Also, if you change a magnetic field near a conductor, you can induce an emf (which is just a fancy term for voltage) in the conductor. Magic? Nah, it's physics!

 

Real-world example: Electric trains use the magnetic effect. Ever heard of the Maglev train? It floats above the tracks! The electric current in the rails creates a magnetic field, which pushes against another set of magnets on the train. Result? A floating train!

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