Class 10 Science Chapter 12: Magnetic Effects of Electric Current — 2 Marker Important Questions

Practice Magnetic Effects of Electric Current 2 Marker important questions and mock-test sets for CBSE revision.

300 Questions 27 Topics MCQs: 100 1 Mark: 50 2 Mark: 50 3 Mark: 50 5 Mark: 50

Topic-wise important and practice questions

Review question distribution across chapter topics for 2 Mark questions.

Topic2 Mark
Field-Line Density and Magnetic Field Strength 3
Force on a Current-Carrying Conductor in a Magnetic Field 3
Domestic Supply: Live and Neutral Wires 1
Effect of Number of Turns in a Circular Coil 4
Field Around a Straight Current-Carrying Conductor 2
Magnetic Field and Compass Needle 3
Overloading of Domestic Circuits 2
Short-Circuiting in Domestic Circuits 2
Effect of Distance on Straight-Wire Magnetic Field 1
Non-Intersection of Magnetic Field Lines 2
Parallel Connection of Domestic Appliances 1
Domestic Circuit Ratings: 5 A and 15 A 3
Effect of Current on Straight-Wire Magnetic Field 3
Magnetic Field of a Circular Current-Carrying Loop 0
Magnetism in Medicine and MRI Context 1
Earth Wire and Safety of Metallic Appliances 1
Fleming's Left-Hand Rule 1
Magnetic Field Lines and Their Direction 3
Maximum Magnetic Force at Right Angles 1
Reversal of Current and Magnetic Field Direction 1
Solenoid and Its Magnetic Field 2
Electromagnet Using a Soft-Iron Core 2
Fuse and Protection Against Excess Current 3
Motion of Charged Particles in a Magnetic Field 2
Oersted Experiment and Magnetic Effect of Current 1
Reversal of Current or Field and Force Direction 1
Right-Hand Thumb Rule 1

2 Marker Preparation & Exam Strategy

2 Mark short answer questions require structured two-point answers, brief reasoning, simple differences, or short two-step calculations.

  • Structure answers into two distinct, numbered points for clear evaluation.
  • For distinction or comparison questions, provide at least two clear parameters of difference.
  • Always show the primary formula and step-by-step substitution for calculations.

Sample Questions

Q1. Differentiate between two fundamental processes or classifications discussed in Magnetic Effects of Electric Current.

Model Answer: State at least two clear points of contrast addressing definition, mechanism, or relevant conditions.

Q2. Explain why a specific condition is necessary for the mechanism in Magnetic Effects of Electric Current to take place.

Model Answer: Provide scientific or mathematical reasoning showing the cause-and-effect relationship behind the required condition.

Q3. A student makes an observation related to Magnetic Effects of Electric Current. State two factors that could influence this result.

Model Answer: Identify the two primary environmental, physical, or experimental factors that directly alter the outcome.