Description
This unit explores magnetism, including magnetic poles, fields, and Earth’s magnetism, along with the principles of electromagnets and DC motors. It focuses on conducting precise scientific enquiries and identifying variables and emphasises accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility.
This unit builds on pupils’ prior learning from Series circuits, where they explored electrical components and how current flows in a simple loop. It deepens their understanding by examining the properties of magnets and electromagnets, focusing on magnetic fields and the interaction between electricity and magnetism. This prepares pupils for the next unit, Electromagnetism, where they will apply their knowledge to understand the principles behind electric motors and other electromagnetic devices, enhancing their grasp of how electricity and magnetism work together in practical applications.
