Magnetic field
Leaving Cert Physics · Electricity and Magnetism
Higher Level
The region around a magnet, a moving charge or a conductor carrying current in which a magnetic force can be detected. It is mapped with lines running from north to south outside a magnet, and their spacing shows how strong it is.
Ordinary Level
The space around a magnet or a wire carrying current where a magnetic force can be felt.
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