Here's why:
* Moving Charges Create Magnetic Fields: Whenever an electrical charge moves, it generates a magnetic field around it. This magnetic field is a force field that extends out from the moving charge.
* Magnetic Fields Exert Forces: Magnetic fields can exert forces on other moving charges, even if those charges are not in direct contact with the source of the magnetic field.
Example: A common example is an electric motor. When electricity flows through a coil of wire, it creates a magnetic field. This magnetic field interacts with a permanent magnet, causing the coil to rotate. This rotation happens even though the coil and the permanent magnet are not physically touching.
Key Points:
* Non-Contact: Magnetic forces act at a distance, without physical contact.
* Created by Moving Charges: The fundamental source of magnetism is the movement of electrical charges.
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