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Induction and Bicycle Dynamo Mechanics

The document describes an experiment involving electromagnetic induction where a student investigates the movement of a sensitive ammeter when a magnet is moved into a coil of wire. It asks for two methods to reverse the direction of the ammeter's pointer. Additionally, it discusses a bicycle dynamo, detailing its components and their functions in generating electricity for lights.

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Induction and Bicycle Dynamo Mechanics

The document describes an experiment involving electromagnetic induction where a student investigates the movement of a sensitive ammeter when a magnet is moved into a coil of wire. It asks for two methods to reverse the direction of the ammeter's pointer. Additionally, it discusses a bicycle dynamo, detailing its components and their functions in generating electricity for lights.

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2 (a) A student uses this apparatus to investigate electromagnetic induction.

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sensitive
S + – ammeter
coil of wire

When the S pole of the magnet is moved into the coil, the pointer on the sensitive
ammeter moves to the left.
Describe two ways that the student can make the pointer move to the right.
(2)

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(b) The student has a bicycle with a dynamo (generator) that supplies electricity for its lights.
The diagram shows the dynamo.
The friction wheel, W, presses against the bicycle tyre. When the student pedals,
the friction wheel turns and causes part Y to rotate.

Key X Y

W friction wheel W Z

X axle

Y
metal
casing
Z

(i) Complete the key for the diagram by giving the names of parts Y and Z.
(2)

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