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EasyMCQ
$A$ $50 \, mH$ coil carries a current of $2 \, A$. The energy stored in the coil in joules is:
A
$1$
B
$0.1$
C
$0.05$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(B) The energy $E$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $E = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
Given:
Inductance $L = 50 \, mH = 50 \times 10^{-3} \, H = 0.05 \, H$.
Current $i = 2 \, A$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$E = \frac{1}{2} \times (0.05 \, H) \times (2 \, A)^2$
$E = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.05 \times 4$
$E = 0.05 \times 2$
$E = 0.1 \, J$.
2
EasyMCQ
Average energy stored in a pure inductance $L$ when a current $i$ flows through it,is
A
$L{i^2}$
B
$2L{i^2}$
C
$\frac{1}{4}L{i^2}$
D
$\frac{1}{2}L{i^2}$

Solution

(D) The energy stored in an inductor is derived from the work done against the induced back electromotive force $(e.m.f.)$.
The induced $e.m.f.$ in an inductor is given by $e = -L \frac{di}{dt}$.
The work done $dW$ to increase the current by $di$ in time $dt$ against this back $e.m.f.$ is $dW = -e \cdot i \cdot dt$.
Substituting the expression for $e$,we get $dW = -(-L \frac{di}{dt}) \cdot i \cdot dt = L \cdot i \cdot di$.
To find the total energy $U$,we integrate from current $0$ to $i$:
$U = \int_0^i L \cdot i \cdot di = L \left[ \frac{i^2}{2} \right]_0^i = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
3
EasyMCQ
In what form is the energy stored in an inductor?
A
Magnetic
B
Electrical
C
Both magnetic and electrical
D
Heat

Solution

(A) The energy stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$,where $L$ is the self-inductance and $i$ is the current flowing through the inductor.
This energy is associated with the magnetic field produced by the current in the inductor.
Therefore,the energy is stored in the form of a magnetic field.
4
EasyMCQ
The energy stored in a $50 \, mH$ inductor carrying a current of $4 \, A$ will be $J$.
A
$0.4$
B
$4$
C
$0.8$
D
$0.04$

Solution

(A) The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$.
Given:
Inductance $L = 50 \, mH = 50 \times 10^{-3} \, H$.
Current $I = 4 \, A$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times (50 \times 10^{-3}) \times (4)^2$
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 50 \times 10^{-3} \times 16$
$U = 25 \times 16 \times 10^{-3}$
$U = 400 \times 10^{-3} \, J$
$U = 0.4 \, J$.
5
EasyMCQ
If the current in a coil is halved,then the energy stored becomes how many times the previous value?
A
$0.5$
B
$0.25$
C
$2$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) The energy stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$,where $L$ is the self-inductance and $i$ is the current.
Let the initial current be $i_1$ and the initial energy be $U_1 = \frac{1}{2} L i_1^2$.
When the current is halved,the new current $i_2 = \frac{i_1}{2}$.
The new energy stored is $U_2 = \frac{1}{2} L i_2^2 = \frac{1}{2} L \left( \frac{i_1}{2} \right)^2 = \frac{1}{2} L \left( \frac{i_1^2}{4} \right) = \frac{1}{4} \left( \frac{1}{2} L i_1^2 \right) = \frac{1}{4} U_1$.
Thus,$U_2 = 0.25 U_1$. Therefore,the energy becomes $0.25$ times the previous value.
6
EasyMCQ
$A$ $100\, mH$ coil carries a current of $1\, A$. The energy stored in its magnetic field is......$J$.
A
$0.5$
B
$1$
C
$0.05$
D
$0.1$

Solution

(C) The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$.
Given:
Inductance $L = 100\, mH = 100 \times 10^{-3}\, H = 0.1\, H$.
Current $I = 1\, A$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.1 \times (1)^2$
$U = 0.05\, J$.
Therefore,the energy stored in the magnetic field is $0.05\, J$.
7
EasyMCQ
$A$ coil of resistance $10 \, \Omega$ and an inductance $5 \, H$ is connected to a $100 \, V$ battery. The energy stored in the coil is:
A
$125 \, erg$
B
$125 \, J$
C
$250 \, erg$
D
$250 \, J$

Solution

(D) The current $i$ flowing through the coil when connected to a $100 \, V$ battery is given by Ohm's law: $i = \frac{V}{R} = \frac{100 \, V}{10 \, \Omega} = 10 \, A$.
The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula: $U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
Substituting the given values $L = 5 \, H$ and $i = 10 \, A$:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times (10)^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times 100 = 250 \, J$.
Therefore, the energy stored in the coil is $250 \, J$.
8
EasyMCQ
Energy stored in a coil of self-inductance $40 \, mH$ carrying a steady current of $2 \, A$ is.....$J$
A
$0.08$
B
$0.8$
C
$8$
D
$80$

Solution

(A) The energy $U$ stored in an inductor with self-inductance $L$ carrying a current $i$ is given by the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$
Given:
$L = 40 \, mH = 40 \times 10^{-3} \, H$
$i = 2 \, A$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times (40 \times 10^{-3}) \times (2)^2$
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 40 \times 10^{-3} \times 4$
$U = 20 \times 10^{-3} \times 4 = 80 \times 10^{-3} \, J$
$U = 0.08 \, J$
9
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil with resistance $20\, \Omega$ and inductance $5\, H$ is connected to a $100\, V$ battery. The energy stored in the coil will be .... $J$.
A
$41.5$
B
$62.50$
C
$125$
D
$250$

Solution

(B) The current $i$ flowing through the coil in a steady state is given by $i = \frac{E}{R}$.
Given $E = 100\, V$ and $R = 20\, \Omega$,we have $i = \frac{100}{20} = 5\, A$.
The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
Substituting the values $L = 5\, H$ and $i = 5\, A$:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times (5)^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times 25 = \frac{125}{2} = 62.50\, J$.
10
MediumMCQ
In the figure, the magnetic energy stored in the coil is:
Question diagram
A
Zero
B
Infinite
C
$25 \text{ J}$
D
None of the above

Solution

(C) In a steady-state $D.C.$ circuit, the inductor acts as a short circuit (zero resistance).
First, calculate the steady-state current $i$ flowing through the circuit using Ohm's law:
$i = \frac{V}{R} = \frac{10 \text{ V}}{2 \text{ }\Omega} = 5 \text{ A}$.
The magnetic energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
Substituting the given values $L = 2 \text{ H}$ and $i = 5 \text{ A}$:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times (5)^2 = 1 \times 25 = 25 \text{ J}$.
Therefore, the magnetic energy stored in the coil is $25 \text{ J}$.
11
EasyMCQ
In an inductor of inductance $L = 100 \, mH$,a current of $I = 10 \, A$ is flowing. The energy stored in the inductor is ....... $J$.
A
$5$
B
$10$
C
$100$
D
$1000$

Solution

(A) The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula: $U = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$.
Given:
Inductance $L = 100 \, mH = 100 \times 10^{-3} \, H = 0.1 \, H$.
Current $I = 10 \, A$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times (0.1) \times (10)^2$
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.1 \times 100$
$U = 0.1 \times 50$
$U = 5 \, J$.
Therefore,the energy stored in the inductor is $5 \, J$.
12
MediumMCQ
What is the energy stored in the inductor of the given circuit?
Question diagram
A
Zero
B
Infinite
C
$25 \text{ Joules}$
D
None of these

Solution

(C) In a steady state, the inductor acts as a short circuit (zero resistance).
The current $i$ flowing through the circuit is given by Ohm's law: $i = \frac{V}{R} = \frac{10 \text{ V}}{2 \text{ }\Omega} = 5 \text{ A}$.
The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
Substituting the values $L = 2 \text{ H}$ and $i = 5 \text{ A}$:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times (5)^2 = 1 \times 25 = 25 \text{ J}$.
13
MediumMCQ
The magnetic potential energy stored in a certain inductor is $25\, mJ,$ when the current in the inductor is $60\, mA.$ This inductor is of inductance ......$H$.
A
$0.138$
B
$138.88$
C
$13.89$
D
$1.389$

Solution

(C) The magnetic potential energy $U$ stored in an inductor of inductance $L$ carrying current $I$ is given by the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} L I^{2}$
Given:
$U = 25\, mJ = 25 \times 10^{-3}\, J$
$I = 60\, mA = 60 \times 10^{-3}\, A = 6 \times 10^{-2}\, A$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$25 \times 10^{-3} = \frac{1}{2} \times L \times (6 \times 10^{-2})^{2}$
$25 \times 10^{-3} = \frac{1}{2} \times L \times 36 \times 10^{-4}$
$25 \times 10^{-3} = L \times 18 \times 10^{-4}$
$L = \frac{25 \times 10^{-3}}{18 \times 10^{-4}}$
$L = \frac{250}{18} = 13.888...\, H \approx 13.89\, H$.
14
MediumMCQ
$A$ current of $2\,A$ is increasing at a rate of $4\,A/s$ through a coil of inductance $2\,H$. The energy stored in the inductor per unit time is ... $J/s$.
A
$2$
B
$1$
C
$16$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) The potential difference across the coil is given by $V = L \frac{di}{dt}$.
Given $L = 2\,H$ and $\frac{di}{dt} = 4\,A/s$,we have:
$V = (2)(4) = 8\,V$.
The energy stored in the inductor per unit time is the power $P$ delivered to the inductor,which is given by $P = V \cdot i$.
Substituting the values $V = 8\,V$ and $i = 2\,A$:
$P = (8)(2) = 16\,J/s$.
Solution diagram
15
MediumMCQ
Which of the following statements are correct?
$(a)$ An inductor stores energy in the form of a magnetic field.
$(b)$ $A$ capacitor stores energy in the form of an electric field.
$(c)$ An inductor stores energy in the form of both electric and magnetic fields.
$(d)$ $A$ capacitor stores energy in the form of both electric and magnetic fields.
A
$a, b$
B
$a, c$
C
$b, d$
D
$b, c$

Solution

(A) An inductor is a passive electronic component that stores energy in its magnetic field when electric current flows through it. The energy stored is given by $U = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$,where $L$ is the inductance and $I$ is the current. Thus,statement $(a)$ is correct.
$A$ capacitor is a passive electronic component that stores energy in an electric field created by the potential difference between its plates. The energy stored is given by $U = \frac{1}{2} C V^2$,where $C$ is the capacitance and $V$ is the voltage. Thus,statement $(b)$ is correct.
Statements $(c)$ and $(d)$ are incorrect because inductors do not store energy in electric fields (ideally) and capacitors do not store energy in magnetic fields.
Therefore,both statements $(a)$ and $(b)$ are correct.
16
EasyMCQ
Energy in a current carrying coil is stored in the form of
A
Electric field only
B
Electric field and Magnetic field both
C
Dielectric strength
D
Magnetic field only

Solution

(D) When a current flows through a coil,it generates a magnetic field around it.
According to the principles of electromagnetism,the energy associated with an inductor or a current-carrying coil is stored in the magnetic field created by the current.
Unlike a capacitor,which stores energy in an electric field,an inductor stores energy in the form of a magnetic field.
Therefore,the energy in a current-carrying coil is stored in the form of a magnetic field only.
17
EasyMCQ
Assertion : If the current in a solenoid is reversed in direction while keeping the same magnitude,the magnetic field energy stored in the solenoid remains unchanged.
Reason : Magnetic field energy density is proportional to the magnetic field.
A
If both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
B
If both Assertion and Reason are correct,but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
C
If Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.
D
If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect.

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ produced by a solenoid is given by $B = \mu_0 n I$. When the current $I$ is reversed,the direction of the magnetic field $B$ is reversed,but its magnitude remains the same.
The magnetic field energy density $u$ is given by the formula $u = \frac{B^2}{2\mu_0}$.
Since the energy density depends on the square of the magnetic field magnitude $(B^2)$,the sign of $B$ does not affect the energy density.
Therefore,the total magnetic field energy stored in the solenoid,$U = u \times V$ (where $V$ is the volume),remains unchanged.
However,the Reason states that the energy density is proportional to the magnetic field,which is incorrect because it is proportional to the square of the magnetic field $(B^2)$.
Thus,the Assertion is correct,but the Reason is incorrect.
18
Medium
$(a)$ Obtain the expression for the magnetic energy stored in a solenoid in terms of magnetic field $B$,area $A$,and length $l$ of the solenoid.
$(b)$ How does this magnetic energy compare with the electrostatic energy stored in a capacitor?

Solution

(N/A) The magnetic energy stored in an inductor is given by $U_{B} = \frac{1}{2} L I^{2}$.
For a solenoid,the magnetic field is $B = \mu_{0} n I$,where $n = N/l$ is the number of turns per unit length.
Thus,$I = \frac{B}{\mu_{0} n}$.
The self-inductance of a solenoid is $L = \mu_{0} n^{2} A l$.
Substituting these into the energy formula:
$U_{B} = \frac{1}{2} (\mu_{0} n^{2} A l) \left(\frac{B}{\mu_{0} n}\right)^{2} = \frac{1}{2} (\mu_{0} n^{2} A l) \left(\frac{B^{2}}{\mu_{0}^{2} n^{2}}\right) = \frac{B^{2} A l}{2 \mu_{0}}$.
$(b)$ The magnetic energy density (energy per unit volume) is $u_{B} = \frac{U_{B}}{V} = \frac{U_{B}}{A l} = \frac{B^{2}}{2 \mu_{0}}$.
The electrostatic energy density stored in a parallel plate capacitor is $u_{E} = \frac{1}{2} \varepsilon_{0} E^{2}$.
In both cases,the energy density is proportional to the square of the field strength ($B^{2}$ or $E^{2}$). These expressions are general and valid for any region of space where electric or magnetic fields exist.
19
Medium
Define an inductor. Derive the equation for the energy $U = \frac{1}{2}LI^2$ stored in an inductor.

Solution

(A) An inductor is a passive electrical component that stores energy in its magnetic field when electric current flows through it,characterized by its self-inductance $L$.
When the current $I$ in an inductor changes,a back electromotive force (emf) $\varepsilon$ is induced,which opposes the change in current according to Lenz's Law. The magnitude of this back emf is given by $|\varepsilon| = L \frac{dI}{dt}$.
To establish a current $I$ in the inductor,work must be done against this back emf. The rate of doing work is given by:
$\frac{dW}{dt} = |\varepsilon| I = L I \frac{dI}{dt}$
Integrating this expression to find the total work done $W$ to increase the current from $0$ to $I$:
$W = \int dW = \int_{0}^{I} L I' dI' = L \left[ \frac{I'^2}{2} \right]_{0}^{I} = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$
This work done is stored as magnetic potential energy $U$ in the inductor:
$U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$
This expression is analogous to the kinetic energy of a particle,$K = \frac{1}{2}mv^2$,where $L$ acts as electrical inertia.
20
DifficultMCQ
$A$ coil of inductance $2\, H$ having negligible resistance is connected to a source of supply whose voltage is given by $V = 3t$ volt (where $t$ is in seconds). If the voltage is applied when $t = 0$,then the energy stored in the coil after $4\, s$ is ............ $J$.
A
$144$
B
$121$
C
$169$
D
$108$

Solution

(A) The induced electromotive force $(EMF)$ in an inductor is given by $\varepsilon = L \frac{dI}{dt}$.
Since the resistance is negligible,the applied voltage $V$ is equal to the induced $EMF$ $\varepsilon$,so $V = L \frac{dI}{dt}$.
Given $V = 3t$ and $L = 2\, H$,we have $3t = 2 \frac{dI}{dt}$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $dI = \frac{3}{2} t \, dt$.
Integrating both sides from $t = 0$ to $t = 4\, s$ and $I = 0$ to $I = I_f$:
$\int_{0}^{I_f} dI = \int_{0}^{4} \frac{3}{2} t \, dt$
$I_f = \frac{3}{2} \left[ \frac{t^2}{2} \right]_{0}^{4} = \frac{3}{4} (16) = 12\, A$.
The energy stored in the coil is given by $U = \frac{1}{2} L I_f^2$.
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times (12)^2 = 144\, J$.
Solution diagram
21
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil has an inductance of $2 \, H$ and resistance of $4 \, \Omega$. $A$ $10 \, V$ potential difference is applied across the coil. The energy stored in the magnetic field after the current has built up to its equilibrium value will be $.......... \times 10^{-2} \, J$.
A
$625$
B
$624$
C
$623$
D
$621$

Solution

(A) The equilibrium current $I$ in the coil is given by Ohm's law: $I = \frac{V}{R} = \frac{10 \, V}{4 \, \Omega} = 2.5 \, A$.
The energy $E$ stored in the magnetic field of an inductor is given by the formula: $E = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$.
Substituting the given values $L = 2 \, H$ and $I = 2.5 \, A$:
$E = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times (2.5)^2 = 6.25 \, J$.
To express this in the form $.......... \times 10^{-2} \, J$:
$E = 625 \times 10^{-2} \, J$.
Thus,the value is $625$.
22
EasyMCQ
The magnetic energy stored in an inductor of inductance $4\,\mu H$ carrying a current of $2\,A$ is:
A
$8\,\mu J$
B
$4\,\mu J$
C
$4\,mJ$
D
$8\,mJ$

Solution

(A) The formula for magnetic energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by $U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
Given:
Inductance $L = 4\,\mu H = 4 \times 10^{-6}\,H$
Current $i = 2\,A$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times (4 \times 10^{-6}) \times (2)^2$
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \times 10^{-6} \times 4$
$U = 8 \times 10^{-6}\,J$
Since $10^{-6}\,J = 1\,\mu J$,the energy is $8\,\mu J$.
23
EasyMCQ
$A$ current $2 \ A$ flows through a solenoid of self-inductance $3 \ mH$. The energy stored inside the solenoid is $.... \ mJ$.
A
$4$
B
$6$
C
$8$
D
$10$

Solution

(B) The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula: $U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Given:
Self-inductance $L = 3 \ mH = 3 \times 10^{-3} \ H$.
Current $I = 2 \ A$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times (3 \times 10^{-3} \ H) \times (2 \ A)^2$
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 3 \times 10^{-3} \times 4$
$U = 6 \times 10^{-3} \ J$
Since $1 \ mJ = 10^{-3} \ J$,the energy stored is $6 \ mJ$.
24
MediumMCQ
If the current in an $LR$ circuit is reduced to half,what will be the energy stored in it?
A
$4$ times
B
$2$ times
C
half times
D
$(1/4)^{\text{th}}$ times

Solution

(D) The energy stored in an $LR$ circuit is given by the formula:
$E = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$ ...$(i)$
Given that the current is reduced to half,the new current $I^{\prime}$ is:
$I^{\prime} = \frac{I}{2}$
Substituting this into the energy formula,the new energy $E^{\prime}$ is:
$E^{\prime} = \frac{1}{2} L (I^{\prime})^2$
$E^{\prime} = \frac{1}{2} L \left(\frac{I}{2}\right)^2$
$E^{\prime} = \frac{1}{2} L \left(\frac{I^2}{4}\right)$
$E^{\prime} = \frac{1}{4} \left(\frac{1}{2} LI^2\right)$
Using equation $(i)$,we get:
$E^{\prime} = \frac{1}{4} E$
Therefore,the energy stored becomes $(1/4)^{\text{th}}$ of the original energy.
25
MediumMCQ
Two circuits $A$ and $B$ are connected to identical d.c. sources each of e.m.f. $10 \ V$. Self-inductances of circuits $A$ and $B$ are respectively $L_A = 10 \ H$ and $L_B = 10 \ mH$. The total resistance of each circuit is $40 \ \Omega$. The ratio of energy consumed in circuit $A$ and circuit $B$ to build up the current to steady value is
A
$1$
B
$10$
C
$100$
D
$1000$

Solution

(D) The energy stored in an inductor when the current reaches its steady state value $I_0$ is given by $U = \frac{1}{2} L I_0^2$.
Here,the steady state current $I_0$ is determined by the Ohm's law for the circuit: $I_0 = \frac{V}{R}$.
Since both circuits have the same e.m.f. $V = 10 \ V$ and the same resistance $R = 40 \ \Omega$,the steady state current $I_0$ is the same for both circuits.
Therefore,the ratio of energy stored in circuit $A$ to circuit $B$ is $\frac{U_A}{U_B} = \frac{\frac{1}{2} L_A I_0^2}{\frac{1}{2} L_B I_0^2} = \frac{L_A}{L_B}$.
Given $L_A = 10 \ H$ and $L_B = 10 \ mH = 10 \times 10^{-3} \ H = 0.01 \ H$.
Thus,the ratio is $\frac{10}{0.01} = 1000$.
26
EasyMCQ
The magnetic energy stored in an inductor of inductance $5 \mu H$ carrying a current of $2 \ A$ is
A
$10 \ mJ$
B
$5 \ mJ$
C
$10 \mu J$
D
$5 \mu J$

Solution

(C) The magnetic energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula: $U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Given: Inductance $L = 5 \mu H = 5 \times 10^{-6} \ H$ and current $I = 2 \ A$.
Substituting the values: $U = \frac{1}{2} \times (5 \times 10^{-6}) \times (2)^2$.
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times 10^{-6} \times 4$.
$U = 10 \times 10^{-6} \ J = 10 \mu J$.
27
EasyMCQ
The magnetic potential energy stored in a certain inductor is $64 \times 10^{-3} \ J$,when the current in the inductor is $80 \ mA$. The inductance of this inductor is: (in $H$)
A
$0.20$
B
$2.0$
C
$20$
D
$200$

Solution

(C) The energy stored in an inductor is given by the formula: $E = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Given: Energy $E = 64 \times 10^{-3} \ J$ and current $I = 80 \ mA = 80 \times 10^{-3} \ A$.
Rearranging the formula to solve for inductance $L$: $L = \frac{2E}{I^2}$.
Substituting the values: $L = \frac{2 \times 64 \times 10^{-3}}{(80 \times 10^{-3})^2}$.
$L = \frac{128 \times 10^{-3}}{6400 \times 10^{-6}} = \frac{128 \times 10^{-3}}{6.4 \times 10^{-3}} = \frac{128}{6.4} = 20 \ H$.
28
EasyMCQ
If a current of $4 \ A$ produces a magnetic flux of $3 \times 10^{-3} \ Wb$ through a coil of $400$ turns,the energy stored in the coil will be: (in $J$)
A
$1.2$
B
$2.4$
C
$24$
D
$240$

Solution

(B) Given: Current $I = 4 \ A$,Number of turns $N = 400$,Magnetic flux $\phi = 3 \times 10^{-3} \ Wb$.
The magnetic flux linkage is given by $N\phi = LI$,where $L$ is the self-inductance of the coil.
First,calculate the self-inductance $L$:
$L = \frac{N\phi}{I} = \frac{400 \times 3 \times 10^{-3}}{4} = 100 \times 3 \times 10^{-3} = 0.3 \ H$.
The energy stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Substituting the values:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.3 \times (4)^2$
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.3 \times 16$
$U = 0.3 \times 8 = 2.4 \ J$.
29
EasyMCQ
If the current flowing through a coil is reduced by $50 \%$,then the energy stored in the coil will
A
Be unchanged
B
Decrease by $25 \%$
C
Decrease by $75 \%$
D
Increase

Solution

(C) The energy stored in an inductor (coil) is given by the formula $E = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$,where $L$ is the self-inductance and $I$ is the current.
Let the initial current be $I_1 = I$ and the initial energy be $E_1 = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$.
If the current is reduced by $50 \%$,the new current becomes $I_2 = I - 0.5 I = 0.5 I = \frac{I}{2}$.
The new energy stored in the coil is $E_2 = \frac{1}{2} L (I_2)^2 = \frac{1}{2} L (\frac{I}{2})^2 = \frac{1}{2} L (\frac{I^2}{4}) = \frac{1}{4} E_1$.
The change in energy is $\Delta E = E_1 - E_2 = E_1 - \frac{1}{4} E_1 = \frac{3}{4} E_1$.
Since $\frac{3}{4} = 0.75$,the energy decreases by $75 \%$.
30
MediumMCQ
When a current $I$ flows through a coil,it stores the energy $E_1$ in it. Now the current is reduced to $I/2$,the energy stored in the coil becomes $E_2$. The change in the energy is
A
$E_1/4$
B
$3E_1/4$
C
$4E_1/3$
D
$E_1/2$

Solution

(B) The energy stored in an inductor (coil) is given by the formula $E = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$,where $L$ is the self-inductance of the coil.
From this formula,we can see that $E \propto I^2$.
Initially,when the current is $I$,the energy is $E_1 = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$.
When the current is reduced to $I' = I/2$,the new energy $E_2$ is given by $E_2 = \frac{1}{2} L (I/2)^2 = \frac{1}{2} L (I^2/4) = \frac{1}{4} E_1$.
The change in energy is $\Delta E = E_1 - E_2$.
Substituting the value of $E_2$,we get $\Delta E = E_1 - \frac{E_1}{4} = \frac{3E_1}{4}$.
31
EasyMCQ
The magnetic potential energy stored in a certain inductor is $25 \ mJ$,when the current in the inductor is $50 \ mA$. What is the inductance (in $H$)?
A
$2.00$
B
$0.20$
C
$200$
D
$20$

Solution

(D) The magnetic potential energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula: $U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Given:
$U = 25 \ mJ = 25 \times 10^{-3} \ J$
$I = 50 \ mA = 50 \times 10^{-3} \ A$
Rearranging the formula to solve for inductance $L$:
$L = \frac{2U}{I^2}$
Substituting the values:
$L = \frac{2 \times 25 \times 10^{-3}}{(50 \times 10^{-3})^2}$
$L = \frac{50 \times 10^{-3}}{2500 \times 10^{-6}}$
$L = \frac{50 \times 10^{-3}}{2.5 \times 10^{-3}}$
$L = 20 \ H$.
32
EasyMCQ
If a current flowing in a coil is reduced to half of its initial value,the relation between the new energy $(E_2)$ and the original energy $(E_1)$ stored in the coil will be
A
$E_2 = \frac{E_1}{4}$
B
$E_2 = \frac{E_1}{2}$
C
$E_2 = E_1$
D
$E_2 = 4E_1$

Solution

(A) The energy $E$ stored in a coil with self-inductance $L$ carrying current $I$ is given by the formula: $E = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Let the initial current be $I_1$ and the initial energy be $E_1 = \frac{1}{2} LI_1^2$.
Let the new current be $I_2 = \frac{I_1}{2}$ and the new energy be $E_2 = \frac{1}{2} LI_2^2$.
Taking the ratio of the two energies:
$\frac{E_2}{E_1} = \frac{\frac{1}{2} LI_2^2}{\frac{1}{2} LI_1^2} = \left( \frac{I_2}{I_1} \right)^2$.
Substituting $I_2 = \frac{I_1}{2}$:
$\frac{E_2}{E_1} = \left( \frac{I_1 / 2}{I_1} \right)^2 = \left( \frac{1}{2} \right)^2 = \frac{1}{4}$.
Therefore,$E_2 = \frac{E_1}{4}$.
33
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil of resistance $5 \Omega$ and inductance $4 H$ is connected to a $10 \ V$ battery. The energy stored in the coil is: (in $J$)
A
$0.8$
B
$8$
C
$16$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) The energy stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$.
When a coil is connected to a battery of $EMF$ $E$ and resistance $R$,the steady-state current $i$ is given by $i = \frac{E}{R}$.
Substituting the values: $E = 10 \ V$,$L = 4 \ H$,and $R = 5 \ \Omega$.
First,calculate the steady-state current: $i = \frac{10 \ V}{5 \ \Omega} = 2 \ A$.
Now,calculate the stored energy: $U = \frac{1}{2} \times 4 \ H \times (2 \ A)^2$.
$U = 2 \times 4 \ J = 8 \ J$.
34
EasyMCQ
An inductor may store energy in
A
its electric field
B
its coil
C
its magnetic field
D
Both electric and magnetic fields

Solution

(C) An inductor stores energy in the form of a magnetic field created by the current flowing through it.
The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2} L I^{2}$,where $L$ is the self-inductance of the inductor and $I$ is the current flowing through it.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
35
MediumMCQ
If the current of $I$ gives rise to a magnetic flux $\phi$ through a coil having $N$ turns,then the magnetic energy stored in the medium surrounding the coil is
A
$\frac{N \phi I}{4}$
B
$\frac{N \phi I}{2}$
C
$\frac{NI}{2 \phi}$
D
$\frac{N \phi}{2 I}$

Solution

(B) The self-inductance $L$ of a coil with $N$ turns is defined by the relation $N\phi = LI$,where $\phi$ is the magnetic flux through each turn.
Thus,the inductance is $L = \frac{N\phi}{I}$.
The magnetic energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $U = \frac{1}{2}LI^2$.
Substituting the expression for $L$ into the energy formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{N\phi}{I} \right) I^2$.
Simplifying this,we get $U = \frac{1}{2} N\phi I$ or $U = \frac{N\phi I}{2}$.
36
MediumMCQ
$A$ $100 mH$ coil carries a current of $1 A$. Energy stored in the form of magnetic field is (in $J$)
A
$0.025$
B
$0.050$
C
$0.075$
D
$0.100$

Solution

(B) The energy $E$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $E = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Given: Inductance $L = 100 mH = 100 \times 10^{-3} H = 0.1 H$ and Current $I = 1 A$.
Substituting the values:
$E = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.1 \times (1)^2$
$E = 0.05 J$.
37
EasyMCQ
Energy required to establish a current of $4 \ A$ in a coil of self-inductance $L = 200 \ mH$ is . . . . . . . (in $J$)
A
$1.6$
B
$0.40$
C
$0.18$
D
$0.16$

Solution

(A) The energy $U$ stored in an inductor with self-inductance $L$ carrying a current $I$ is given by the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$
Given:
$L = 200 \ mH = 200 \times 10^{-3} \ H = 0.2 \ H$
$I = 4 \ A$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.2 \times (4)^2$
$U = 0.1 \times 16$
$U = 1.6 \ J$
Therefore,the energy required is $1.6 \ J$.
38
EasyMCQ
$A$ coil of self-inductance $0.5 \ mH$ carries a current of $2 \ A$. The energy stored in Joule is . . . . . . .
A
$1.0$
B
$0.001$
C
$0.5$
D
$0.05$

Solution

(B) The energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula: $U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
Given: Self-inductance $L = 0.5 \ mH = 0.5 \times 10^{-3} \ H$ and current $I = 2 \ A$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times (0.5 \times 10^{-3}) \times (2)^2$
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.5 \times 10^{-3} \times 4$
$U = 0.5 \times 2 \times 10^{-3}$
$U = 1 \times 10^{-3} \ J = 0.001 \ J$.
39
EasyMCQ
The expression for the magnetic energy per unit volume stored in a solenoid in terms of magnetic field is . . . . . . .
A
$\frac{1}{2} B^2 \mu_0$
B
$\frac{1}{2} B \mu_0^2$
C
$\frac{1}{2} \frac{B}{\mu_0}$
D
$\frac{B^2}{2 \mu_0}$

Solution

(D) The magnetic energy stored in a solenoid is given by $U_B = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$.
For a solenoid,the self-inductance is $L = \mu_0 n^2 Al$ and the magnetic field is $B = \mu_0 nI$,which implies $I = \frac{B}{\mu_0 n}$.
Substituting these into the energy expression:
$U_B = \frac{1}{2} (\mu_0 n^2 Al) \left( \frac{B}{\mu_0 n} \right)^2 = \frac{1}{2} (\mu_0 n^2 Al) \left( \frac{B^2}{\mu_0^2 n^2} \right) = \frac{B^2 Al}{2 \mu_0}$.
The magnetic energy per unit volume $(u_B)$ is defined as the total energy divided by the volume $(V = Al)$:
$u_B = \frac{U_B}{V} = \frac{B^2 Al / (2 \mu_0)}{Al} = \frac{B^2}{2 \mu_0}$.
40
MediumMCQ
$A$ solenoid of inductance $2 \ H$ carries a current of $1 \ A$. What is the magnetic energy stored in the solenoid (in $J$)?
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$4$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(A) The magnetic energy $E$ stored in a solenoid with inductance $L$ carrying a current $I$ is given by the formula:
$E = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$
Given:
Inductance $L = 2 \ H$
Current $I = 1 \ A$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$E = \frac{1}{2} \times 2 \times (1)^2$
$E = 1 \times 1 = 1 \ J$
Therefore,the magnetic energy stored in the solenoid is $1 \ J$.
41
EasyMCQ
The energy stored in an inductor of self-inductance $L$ henry carrying a current of $I$ ampere is:
A
$\frac{1}{2} L^{2} I$
B
$\frac{1}{2} L I^{2}$
C
$L I^{2}$
D
$L^{2} I$

Solution

(B) The magnetic potential energy $U$ stored in an inductor with self-inductance $L$ carrying a current $I$ is given by the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} L I^{2}$
This energy is stored in the magnetic field generated by the current flowing through the inductor.
42
MediumMCQ
When a current of $4 \ mA$ passes through an inductor,if the flux linked with it is $32 \times 10^{-6} \ T \ m^2$,then the energy stored in the inductor is
A
$64 \times 10^{-9} \ J$
B
$32 \times 10^{-9} \ J$
C
$128 \times 10^{-9} \ J$
D
$96 \times 10^{-9} \ J$

Solution

(A) Given:
Current $I = 4 \ mA = 4 \times 10^{-3} \ A$
Magnetic flux $\phi = 32 \times 10^{-6} \ Wb$ (or $T \ m^2$)
First,calculate the self-inductance $L$ using the formula $\phi = L \cdot I$:
$L = \frac{\phi}{I} = \frac{32 \times 10^{-6}}{4 \times 10^{-3}} = 8 \times 10^{-3} \ H$
The energy stored in an inductor is given by $U = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$:
$U = \frac{1}{2} \times (8 \times 10^{-3}) \times (4 \times 10^{-3})^2$
$U = 4 \times 10^{-3} \times 16 \times 10^{-6}$
$U = 64 \times 10^{-9} \ J$
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
43
EasyMCQ
If the current through an inductor increases from $2 \ A$ to $3 \ A$,the magnetic energy stored in the inductor increases by: (in $\%$)
A
$125$
B
$225$
C
$50$
D
$75$

Solution

(A) The magnetic energy $U$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula:
$U = \frac{1}{2} LI^2$
This implies that $U \propto I^2$.
Let the initial current be $I_1 = 2 \ A$ and the final current be $I_2 = 3 \ A$.
The ratio of the final energy $U_2$ to the initial energy $U_1$ is:
$\frac{U_2}{U_1} = \left( \frac{I_2}{I_1} \right)^2 = \left( \frac{3}{2} \right)^2 = \frac{9}{4} = 2.25$
Thus,$U_2 = 2.25 \ U_1$.
The percentage increase in the stored energy is given by:
$\Delta U \% = \left( \frac{U_2 - U_1}{U_1} \times 100 \right) \%$
$\Delta U \% = \left( \frac{2.25 \ U_1 - U_1}{U_1} \times 100 \right) \% = (1.25 \times 100) \% = 125 \%$
44
EasyMCQ
The energy stored in a coil of inductance $L$ carrying a steady current $i$ is in the form:
A
magnetic
B
electrical
C
both magnetic and electrical
D
heat

Solution

(A) The energy stored in a coil of inductance $L$ carrying a steady current $i$ is given by the formula:
$E = \frac{1}{2} L i^2$
This energy is associated with the magnetic field produced by the current flowing through the inductor.
Therefore,the energy stored in the coil is in the form of magnetic energy.
45
EasyMCQ
The energy stored in a $50 mH$ inductor carrying a current of $4 A$ is (in $J$)
A
$0.4$
B
$4.0$
C
$0.8$
D
$0.04$

Solution

(A) Given,the inductance $L = 50 mH = 50 \times 10^{-3} H = 5 \times 10^{-2} H$.
The current $I = 4 A$.
The energy $E$ stored in an inductor is given by the formula $E = \frac{1}{2} L I^2$.
Substituting the values,we get $E = \frac{1}{2} \times (5 \times 10^{-2}) \times (4)^2$.
$E = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times 10^{-2} \times 16$.
$E = 5 \times 10^{-2} \times 8 = 40 \times 10^{-2} J = 0.4 J$.
46
EasyMCQ
The expression for the magnetic energy stored in a solenoid of length $L$,in terms of magnetic field $B$ and area $A$ is
A
$\frac{1}{2 \mu_0} B^2 AL$
B
$\frac{1}{2 \epsilon_0} B^2 AL$
C
$\frac{1}{2 \mu_0} BA^2 L$
D
$\frac{1}{2 \epsilon_0} BA^2 L$

Solution

(A) The magnetic energy density $u_B$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by the formula:
$u_B = \frac{B^2}{2 \mu_0}$
Since the energy density is defined as energy per unit volume $(u_B = \frac{U}{V})$,the total energy $U$ stored in a volume $V$ is:
$U = u_B \times V$
The volume $V$ of a solenoid with length $L$ and cross-sectional area $A$ is $V = A \times L$.
Substituting the values,we get:
$U = \left( \frac{B^2}{2 \mu_0} \right) \times (A L) = \frac{1}{2 \mu_0} B^2 AL$

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