O-LevelPhysicsMagnetismOct/Nov 2024Paper 1 Q261 Mark
A freely suspended magnet is held perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field as shown. The magnet is viewed from above. [Figure] What happens to the magnet when it is released?
AIt turns through 90° clockwise and then stops moving.
BIt turns through 90° anticlockwise and then stops moving.
CIt turns through 90° clockwise and moves towards U.
DIt turns through 90° anticlockwise and moves towards V.
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