Electricity and magnetism seem different, but electricity can create magnetism, and magnetism can create electricity. Describe how this is done. Give examples illustrating how this is used in practical applications.
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Electricity can create magnetism: When an electric current flows through a wire, it generates a magnetic field around the wire. This phenomenon is known as electromagnetism. The strength of the magnetic field depends on the amount of current flowing through the Show more…
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