Physics GCSE
opposing the change
What opposing the change means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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An induced current generates a magnetic field that opposes the original change, either the movement of the conductor or the change in magnetic field.
Topics that use opposing the change
- Induced potential (HT only) (AQA GCSE)
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