Class 10 Science - Chapter Magnetic effects of Electric Current NCERT Solutions | What is the role of the split ring in an

The magnetic field in a given region is uniform. Draw a diagram to represent it.

How does a solenoid behave like a magnet? Can you determine the north and south poles of a current–carrying solenoid with the help of a bar magnet? Explain.

Explain the underlying principle and working of an electric generator by drawing a labelled diagram. What is the function of brushes?

In Activity 13.7, how do we think the displacement of rod AB will be affected if (i) current in rod AB is increased; (ii) a stronger horse-shoe magnet is used; and (iii) length of the rod AB is increased?

A positively-charged particle (alpha-particle) projected towards west is deflected towards north by a magnetic field. The direction of magnetic field is

   (a) towards south                 (b) towards east
   (c) downward                       (d) upward

Draw a labelled diagram of an electric motor. Explain its principle and working. What is the function of a split ring in an electric motor?

Consider a circular loop of wire lying in the plane of the table. Let the current pass through the loop clockwise. Apply the right-hand rule to find out the direction of the magnetic field inside and outside the loop.

Draw magnetic field lines around a bar magnet.

State Fleming’s left-hand rule.

List the properties of magnetic field lines.

Did Döbereiner’s triads also exist in the columns of Newlands’ Octaves? Compare and find out.

What is a good source of energy?

Why is diffusion insufficient to meet the oxygen requirements of multi-cellular organisms like humans?

What are trophic levels? Give an example of a food chain and state the different trophic levels in it.

What changes can you make in your habits to become more environment-friendly?

What is the difference between a reflex action and walking?

What is the importance of DNA copying in reproduction?

If a trait A exists in 10% of a population of an asexually reproducing species and a trait B exists in 60% of the same population, which trait is likely to have arisen earlier?

Why should a magnesium ribbon be cleared before burning in air?

Define the principal focus of a concave mirror.

How can you as an individual contribute or make a difference to the management of (a) forests and wildlife, (b) water resources and (c) coal and petroleum?

The human eye can focus on objects at different distances by adjusting the focal length of the eye lens. This is due to

(a) presbyopia.
(b) accommodation.
(c) near-sightedness.
(d) far-sightedness.

Suggest some approaches towards the conservation of forests.

If a woman is using a copper -T, will it help in protecting her from sexually transmitted diseases?

Compare the above system with the probable systems in hilly/mountainous areas or plains or plateau regions.

Define 1 dioptre of power of a lens.

Do basic solutions also have H⁺(aq) ions? If yes, then why are these basic?

How are the modes for reproduction different in unicellular and multicellular organisms?

A solution reacts with crushed egg-shells to give a gas that turns lime-water milky. The solution contains

  (a) NaCl          (b) HCl          (c) LiCl          (d) KCl

What are the components of the transport system in human beings? What are the functions of these components?