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MediumMCQ
$A$ magnet is moved towards a stationary coil with speed $V$. The induced e.m.f. in the coil is $e$. If the magnet and the coil move away from one another,each moving with speed $V$,then the induced e.m.f. in the coil is:
Question diagram
A
$e$
B
$2e$
C
$\frac{e}{2}$
D
$4e$

Solution

(B) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced e.m.f. $(e)$ is proportional to the rate of change of magnetic flux,which depends on the relative velocity $(v_{rel})$ between the magnet and the coil.
In the first case,the coil is stationary and the magnet moves with speed $V$. Thus,the relative velocity is $v_{rel} = V$. The induced e.m.f. is $e \propto V$,so $e = k V$ (where $k$ is a constant).
In the second case,both the magnet and the coil move away from each other with speed $V$. The relative velocity between them is $v_{rel}' = V + V = 2V$.
Since the induced e.m.f. is directly proportional to the relative velocity,the new induced e.m.f. $(e')$ will be:
$e' \propto v_{rel}'$
$e' \propto 2V$
$e' = k(2V) = 2(kV) = 2e$.
Therefore,the induced e.m.f. in the coil is $2e$.
202
MediumMCQ
$A$ magnetic field of $2 \times 10^{-2} \,T$ acts at right angles to a coil of area $100 \,cm^2$ with $50$ turns. The average e.m.f. induced in the coil is $0.1 \,V$, when it is removed from the field in time '$t$'. The value of '$t$' is
A
$2 \times 10^{-3} \,s$
B
$0.5 \,s$
C
$0.1 \,s$
D
$1 \,s$

Solution

(C) The magnetic flux linked with the coil is given by $\phi = NBA \cos \theta$. Since the field is at right angles to the coil, $\theta = 0^\circ$ and $\cos 0^\circ = 1$.
Initial flux $\phi_1 = NBA = 50 \times (2 \times 10^{-2} \,T) \times (100 \times 10^{-4} \,m^2) = 50 \times 2 \times 10^{-2} \times 10^{-2} = 10^{-2} \,Wb$.
Final flux $\phi_2 = 0$ (as it is removed from the field).
The magnitude of induced e.m.f. is given by $|e| = \frac{|\Delta \phi|}{t} = \frac{|\phi_2 - \phi_1|}{t}$.
Substituting the values: $0.1 = \frac{|0 - 10^{-2}|}{t}$.
Therefore, $t = \frac{10^{-2}}{0.1} = 0.1 \,s$.
203
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil having effective area $A$ is held with its plane normal to a magnetic field of induction $B$. The magnetic induction is quickly reduced by $25 \%$ of its initial value in $2 \ s$. The e.m.f. induced across the coil will be:
A
$\frac{AB}{4}$
B
$\frac{AB}{2}$
C
$\frac{AB}{8}$
D
$\frac{3AB}{8}$

Solution

(C) The initial magnetic flux through the coil is $\Phi_i = B \cdot A$.
Since the magnetic field is reduced by $25 \%$,the final magnetic field is $B_f = B - 0.25B = 0.75B = \frac{3}{4}B$.
The final magnetic flux is $\Phi_f = \frac{3}{4}B \cdot A$.
The change in magnetic flux is $\Delta \Phi = \Phi_f - \Phi_i = \frac{3}{4}BA - BA = -\frac{1}{4}BA$.
The induced e.m.f. is given by Faraday's Law: $\varepsilon = -\frac{\Delta \Phi}{\Delta t}$.
Given $\Delta t = 2 \ s$,we have $\varepsilon = -\left( \frac{-\frac{1}{4}BA}{2} \right) = \frac{BA}{8}$.
Thus,the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. is $\frac{AB}{8}$.
204
EasyMCQ
The magnetic flux through a coil of resistance $R$ changes by an amount $\Delta \phi$ in time $\Delta t$. The total quantity of induced electric charge $Q$ is
A
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$
B
$-\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}+R$
C
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$
D
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} \times R$

Solution

(C) From Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced electromotive force (emf) $e$ in the circuit is given by:
$e = -\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$
Given the resistance of the coil is $R$,the induced current $I$ is:
$I = \frac{|e|}{R} = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R \cdot \Delta t}$
The total charge $Q$ that flows through the circuit in time $\Delta t$ is given by:
$Q = I \cdot \Delta t$
Substituting the expression for $I$:
$Q = \left( \frac{\Delta \phi}{R \cdot \Delta t} \right) \cdot \Delta t$
$Q = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$
Thus,the total quantity of induced electric charge is $\frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$.
205
EasyMCQ
$A$ conducting loop of resistance $R$ is moved into a magnetic field. The total induced charge depends upon:
A
initial magnetic flux and $R$.
B
final magnetic flux and $R$.
C
the total change in magnetic flux and $R$.
D
the rate of change of magnetic flux and $R$.

Solution

(C) According to Faraday's law of induction,the induced electromotive force $(e)$ is given by $e = -\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$.
Using Ohm's law,the induced current $(i)$ is $i = \frac{e}{R} = \frac{1}{R} \cdot \frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$.
Since current is the rate of flow of charge,we have $i = \frac{\Delta q}{\Delta t}$.
Equating the two expressions for current: $\frac{\Delta q}{\Delta t} = \frac{1}{R} \cdot \frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$.
Therefore,the total induced charge is $\Delta q = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$.
This shows that the total induced charge depends only on the total change in magnetic flux $(\Delta \phi)$ and the resistance $(R)$.
206
MediumMCQ
The magnetic flux through a coil is $4 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb$ at time $t=0$. It reduces to $30 \%$ of its original value in time $t$ seconds. If the e.m.f. induced in the coil is $0.56 \ mV$,then the value of $t$ is: (in $s$)
A
$0.5$
B
$0.4$
C
$0.8$
D
$0.7$

Solution

(A) Given:
Initial magnetic flux,$\phi_1 = 4 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb$.
Final magnetic flux,$\phi_2 = 30 \%$ of $\phi_1 = 0.30 \times 4 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb = 1.2 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb$.
Induced e.m.f.,$|e| = 0.56 \ mV = 0.56 \times 10^{-3} \ V$.
According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the magnitude of induced e.m.f. is given by $|e| = |\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}|$.
Here,$\Delta \phi = |\phi_2 - \phi_1| = |1.2 \times 10^{-4} - 4 \times 10^{-4}| = 2.8 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb$.
Substituting the values in the formula:
$0.56 \times 10^{-3} = \frac{2.8 \times 10^{-4}}{t}$.
$t = \frac{2.8 \times 10^{-4}}{0.56 \times 10^{-3}} = \frac{2.8}{5.6} = 0.5 \ s$.
Therefore,the value of $t$ is $0.5 \ s$.
207
EasyMCQ
Out of the following,which law obeys the law of conservation of energy?
A
Kirchhoff's $1^{\text{st}}$ law in electricity.
B
Lenz's law in induction.
C
Ampere's circuital law.
D
Gauss's law in electrostatics.

Solution

(B) Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current is such that it opposes the change in magnetic flux that produced it.
This opposition means that work must be done against the magnetic force to move a magnet towards or away from a coil.
This mechanical work done is converted into electrical energy in the coil.
Therefore,Lenz's law is a direct consequence of the law of conservation of energy.
208
MediumMCQ
$A$ conducting ring of certain resistance is falling towards a current-carrying straight long conductor. The ring and conductor are in the same plane. Then
Question diagram
A
induced current in the coil is zero.
B
induced current in the coil is anticlockwise.
C
induced current in the coil is clockwise.
D
ring will come to rest.

Solution

(B) $1$. The magnetic field $B$ due to a long straight current-carrying wire at a distance $r$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r}$.
$2$. As the ring falls towards the wire, the distance $r$ decreases, which means the magnetic flux $\phi$ linked with the ring increases.
$3$. According to Lenz's Law, the induced current in the ring will oppose this increase in magnetic flux.
$4$. The magnetic field lines from the wire point into the plane of the paper (using the right-hand thumb rule). Since the flux into the plane is increasing, the induced current must create a magnetic field pointing out of the plane to oppose this change.
$5$. By the right-hand grip rule, a current that produces a magnetic field pointing out of the plane must be in the counter-clockwise (anticlockwise) direction.
209
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil of resistance $400 \Omega$ is placed in a magnetic field. If the magnetic flux $\phi$ (Wb) linked with the coil varies with time $t$ $(s)$ as $\phi = 50t^2 + 4$,the current in the coil at $t = 2 \ s$ will be: (in $A$)
A
$0.5$
B
$0.25$
C
$2$
D
$0.1$

Solution

(A) According to Faraday's Law of electromagnetic induction,the induced electromotive force $(EMF)$ $\varepsilon$ is given by the negative rate of change of magnetic flux: $\varepsilon = -\frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Given $\phi = 50t^2 + 4$,we differentiate with respect to $t$:
$\frac{d\phi}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(50t^2 + 4) = 100t$.
Thus,the magnitude of the induced $EMF$ is $|\varepsilon| = 100t$.
At time $t = 2 \ s$,the induced $EMF$ is $|\varepsilon| = 100(2) = 200 \ V$.
The current $I$ in the coil is given by Ohm's Law: $I = \frac{|\varepsilon|}{R}$.
Given resistance $R = 400 \ \Omega$,we have $I = \frac{200}{400} = 0.5 \ A$.
210
MediumMCQ
The figure shows the north pole of a magnet moving away from a thick conducting loop containing a capacitor. The excess positive charge will arrive on
Question diagram
A
plate 'a'
B
plate 'b'
C
both plates 'a' and 'b'
D
neither plate 'a' nor plate 'b'

Solution

(A) According to Lenz's law,the induced current in the loop will oppose the cause of its production. Here,the north pole of the magnet is moving away from the loop,so the loop will try to attract it by creating a south pole on the face of the loop facing the magnet.
This requires a clockwise current (as viewed from the side of the magnet) in the loop.
Following the path of this clockwise current,the charge flows from plate 'b' to plate 'a' through the loop.
As a result,positive charge accumulates on plate 'a' and negative charge accumulates on plate 'b'.
Therefore,the excess positive charge will arrive on plate 'a'.
211
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil of $n$ turns and resistance $R \Omega$ is connected in series with a resistance $R/4$. The combination is moved for time $t$ seconds through a magnetic flux change from $\phi_1$ to $\phi_2$. The induced current in the circuit is:
A
$\frac{4 n(\phi_1 - \phi_2)}{5 Rt}$
B
$\frac{n(\phi_1 - \phi_2)}{5 Rt}$
C
$\frac{4 n(\phi_1 - \phi_2)}{Rt}$
D
$\frac{5 n(\phi_1 - \phi_2)}{4 Rt}$

Solution

(A) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced electromotive force $(e)$ in a coil of $n$ turns is given by $e = -n \frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
For a finite change in flux from $\phi_1$ to $\phi_2$ in time $t$,the average induced emf is $|e| = n \frac{|\phi_2 - \phi_1|}{t} = \frac{n(\phi_1 - \phi_2)}{t}$.
The total resistance of the circuit is $R_{total} = R + R/4 = \frac{5R}{4}$.
Using Ohm's law,the induced current $I$ is given by $I = \frac{|e|}{R_{total}}$.
Substituting the values,$I = \frac{n(\phi_1 - \phi_2) / t}{5R / 4} = \frac{4n(\phi_1 - \phi_2)}{5Rt}$.
212
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil of $n$ turns and area $A$ is suddenly removed from a magnetic field,and a charge $q$ flows through the coil. If the resistance of the coil is $R$,then the magnetic flux density is (in $Wb/m^2$):
A
$\frac{q^2 R}{2 n A}$
B
$\frac{qR}{nA}$
C
$\frac{qR^2}{nA}$
D
$\frac{qR}{2 nA}$

Solution

(B) According to Faraday's law of induction,the induced electromotive force $(EMF)$ is given by $\varepsilon = -n \frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
By Ohm's law,the induced current is $I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = -\frac{n}{R} \frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
The charge $q$ that flows through the coil is the integral of current over time: $q = \int I dt = \int -\frac{n}{R} \frac{d\phi}{dt} dt = -\frac{n}{R} \int d\phi$.
Since the coil is removed from the magnetic field,the change in flux is $\Delta \phi = \phi_{final} - \phi_{initial} = 0 - BA = -BA$.
Substituting this into the charge equation: $q = -\frac{n}{R} (-BA) = \frac{nBA}{R}$.
Solving for the magnetic flux density $B$,we get $B = \frac{qR}{nA}$.
213
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil of $n$ turns and resistance $R \ \Omega$ is connected in series with a resistance $R/2$. The combination is moved for time $t$ seconds through a magnetic flux change from $\Phi_1$ to $\Phi_2$. The induced current in the circuit is:
A
$\frac{n(\Phi_1-\Phi_2)}{3Rt}$
B
$\frac{2n(\Phi_1-\Phi_2)}{3Rt}$
C
$\frac{2n(\Phi_1-\Phi_2)}{Rt}$
D
$\frac{n(\Phi_1-\Phi_2)}{Rt}$

Solution

(B) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced electromotive force $(e)$ in a coil of $n$ turns is given by $e = -n \frac{d\Phi}{dt}$.
For a finite change in flux $\Delta\Phi = \Phi_2 - \Phi_1$ over time $t$,the average induced emf is $|e| = n \frac{|\Phi_2 - \Phi_1|}{t} = n \frac{|\Phi_1 - \Phi_2|}{t}$.
The total resistance of the circuit is $R_{total} = R + \frac{R}{2} = \frac{3R}{2}$.
Using Ohm's law,the induced current $I$ is given by $I = \frac{|e|}{R_{total}}$.
Substituting the values,$I = \frac{n|\Phi_1 - \Phi_2| / t}{3R / 2} = \frac{2n|\Phi_1 - \Phi_2|}{3Rt}$.
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
214
MediumMCQ
$A$ copper ring having a cut such as not to form a complete loop is held horizontally and a bar magnet is dropped through the ring with its length along the axis of the ring as shown in figure. The acceleration of the falling magnet is ($g=$ acceleration due to gravity)
Question diagram
A
$g$
B
less than $g$
C
more than $g$
D
zero

Solution

(A) When a bar magnet is dropped through a complete conducting ring,an induced current flows in the ring due to the change in magnetic flux,which creates a repulsive force (Lenz's Law) that opposes the motion of the magnet,resulting in an acceleration less than $g$.
However,in this case,the copper ring has a cut,meaning it does not form a complete loop. Therefore,no induced current can flow through the ring.
Since there is no induced current,there is no magnetic force (repulsive or attractive) acting on the magnet to oppose its motion.
Consequently,the only force acting on the falling magnet is gravity.
Thus,the acceleration of the falling magnet remains equal to $g$.
215
EasyMCQ
$A$ magnetic field $4 \times 10^{-2} \, T$ acts at right angles to a coil of area $100 \, cm^2$ with $50$ turns. The average e.m.f. induced in the coil is $0.1 \, V$, when it is removed from the field in time '$t$'. The value of '$t$' is
A
$0.02$ second
B
$0.05$ second
C
$0.2$ second
D
$2$ second

Solution

(C) Given:
Magnetic field $B = 4 \times 10^{-2} \, T$
Area $A = 100 \, cm^2 = 100 \times 10^{-4} \, m^2 = 10^{-2} \, m^2$
Number of turns $N = 50$
Induced e.m.f. $\varepsilon = 0.1 \, V$
The magnetic flux $\phi$ through the coil is $\phi = B \cdot A \cdot \cos(0^\circ) = B \cdot A$.
Initial flux $\phi_i = B \cdot A = (4 \times 10^{-2} \, T) \times (10^{-2} \, m^2) = 4 \times 10^{-4} \, Wb$.
Final flux $\phi_f = 0$ (as it is removed from the field).
The magnitude of average induced e.m.f. is given by Faraday's Law:
$|\varepsilon| = N \cdot \frac{|\Delta \phi|}{t} = N \cdot \frac{|\phi_f - \phi_i|}{t}$
$0.1 = 50 \times \frac{|0 - 4 \times 10^{-4}|}{t}$
$0.1 = \frac{50 \times 4 \times 10^{-4}}{t}$
$0.1 = \frac{200 \times 10^{-4}}{t} = \frac{0.02}{t}$
$t = \frac{0.02}{0.1} = 0.2 \, s$.
Therefore, the value of '$t$' is $0.2 \, s$.
216
MediumMCQ
Two identical coaxial circular loops carry current '$i$' each,circulating in the clockwise direction. If the loops are approaching each other,then
A
current in each loop increases.
B
current in each loop remain the same.
C
current in each loop decreases.
D
current in one loop increases and in the other it decreases.

Solution

(C) According to Lenz's Law,the induced current in a loop opposes the change in magnetic flux linked with it.
When two coaxial loops carrying current in the same direction approach each other,the magnetic flux through each loop increases due to the magnetic field of the other loop.
To oppose this increase in magnetic flux,an induced current is generated in each loop in a direction opposite to the original current.
Since the original current is in the clockwise direction,the induced current will be in the counter-clockwise direction.
Therefore,the net current in each loop decreases.
217
EasyMCQ
$A$ coil of effective area $3 \,m^2$ is placed at right angles to a magnetic field of induction $0.05 \,Wb/m^2$. If the field is decreased to $20 \%$ of its original value in $10 \,s$, the e.m.f. induced in the coil will be: (in $\,mV$)
A
$10$
B
$12$
C
$15$
D
$20$

Solution

(B) Given: Area $A = 3 \,m^2$, Initial magnetic field $B_1 = 0.05 \,Wb/m^2$, Time $dt = 10 \,s$.
The coil is placed at right angles to the field, so the angle $\theta = 0^\circ$ and $\cos \theta = 1$.
Initial magnetic flux $\phi_1 = B_1 A = 0.05 \times 3 = 0.15 \,Wb$.
The field is decreased to $20 \%$ of its original value, so $B_2 = 0.20 \times 0.05 = 0.01 \,Wb/m^2$.
Final magnetic flux $\phi_2 = B_2 A = 0.01 \times 3 = 0.03 \,Wb$.
The induced e.m.f. is given by Faraday's Law: $|e| = |\frac{d\phi}{dt}| = |\frac{\phi_2 - \phi_1}{dt}|$.
$|e| = |\frac{0.03 - 0.15}{10}| = |\frac{-0.12}{10}| = 0.012 \,V$.
Converting to millivolts: $0.012 \,V = 12 \,mV$.
218
MediumMCQ
The coil and magnet are moved in the same direction with the same speed $V$. The induced e.m.f. is
Question diagram
A
zero.
B
proportional to $V$.
C
proportional to $V^{-1}$.
D
finite but does not depend on $V$.

Solution

(A) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced electromotive force $(e)$ is given by $e = -N \frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Since the coil and the magnet are moving in the same direction with the same speed $V$,their relative velocity is zero.
As a result,the magnetic flux $(\phi)$ linked with the coil remains constant over time.
Therefore,$\frac{d\phi}{dt} = 0$.
Consequently,the induced e.m.f. is zero.
219
MediumMCQ
$A$ magnetic field of $2 \times 10^{-2} \,T$ acts at right angles to a coil of area $100 \,cm^2$ with $50$ turns. The average e.m.f. induced in the coil is $0.1 \,V$, when it is removed from the field in time $t$. The value of $t$ is (in seconds): (in $s$)
A
$0.1$
B
$0.01$
C
$1$
D
$20$

Solution

(A) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction, the magnitude of induced e.m.f. is given by $|e| = N \frac{|\Delta \phi|}{\Delta t}$.
Here, $N = 50$, $B_1 = 2 \times 10^{-2} \,T$, $B_2 = 0 \,T$, $A = 100 \,cm^2 = 100 \times 10^{-4} \,m^2 = 10^{-2} \,m^2$, and $|e| = 0.1 \,V$.
The change in magnetic flux is $\Delta \phi = (B_2 - B_1) A \cos 0^{\circ} = (0 - 2 \times 10^{-2}) \times 10^{-2} = -2 \times 10^{-4} \,Wb$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$0.1 = 50 \times \frac{2 \times 10^{-4}}{t}$.
$t = \frac{50 \times 2 \times 10^{-4}}{0.1} = \frac{100 \times 10^{-4}}{0.1} = \frac{10^{-2}}{10^{-1}} = 0.1 \,s$.
220
MediumMCQ
The magnetic flux through a coil of resistance $R$ changes by an amount $\Delta \phi$ in time $\Delta t$. The amount of induced current and induced charge in the coil are respectively:
A
$\left(\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}\right) R$ and $\frac{R}{\Delta \phi}$
B
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$ and $R\left(\frac{\Delta t}{\Delta \phi}\right)$
C
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{R}+R$ and $\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$
D
$\left(\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}\right) \times \frac{1}{R}$ and $\frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$

Solution

(D) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the magnitude of induced electromotive force $(EMF)$ is given by $|e| = \frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$.
Since the coil has resistance $R$,the induced current $I$ is given by $I = \frac{|e|}{R} = \left(\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}\right) \frac{1}{R}$.
The total induced charge $Q$ passing through the circuit is given by $Q = I \times \Delta t$.
Substituting the value of $I$,we get $Q = \left(\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} \cdot \frac{1}{R}\right) \times \Delta t = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$.
Thus,the induced current is $\left(\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}\right) \frac{1}{R}$ and the induced charge is $\frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$.
221
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil of resistance $250 \Omega$ is placed in a magnetic field. If the magnetic flux $(\phi)$ linked with the coil varies with time $t$ $(s)$ as $\phi = 50t^2 + 7$,the current in the coil at $t = 4 \ s$ is: (in $A$)
A
$1.3$
B
$1.4$
C
$1.5$
D
$1.6$

Solution

(D) The induced electromotive force (e.m.f.) is given by Faraday's law: $|e| = \frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Given the magnetic flux $\phi = 50t^2 + 7$.
Taking the derivative with respect to time $t$,we get $|e| = \frac{d}{dt}(50t^2 + 7) = 100t$.
At time $t = 4 \ s$,the induced e.m.f. is $|e| = 100(4) = 400 \ V$.
The current $I$ in the coil is given by Ohm's law: $I = \frac{e}{R}$.
Substituting the values,$I = \frac{400 \ V}{250 \ \Omega} = 1.6 \ A$.
222
MediumMCQ
The magnetic flux through a circuit of resistance $R$ changes by an amount $\Delta \phi$ in the time $\Delta t$. The total quantity of electric charge $Q$ which passes during this time through any point of the circuit is
A
$-\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} + R$
B
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$
C
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$
D
$\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} \times R$

Solution

(B) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced electromotive force $(EMF)$ is given by $\varepsilon = \frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$.
Since the circuit has resistance $R$,the induced current $I$ is given by $I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R \Delta t}$.
The total charge $Q$ that passes through the circuit is the product of current and time: $Q = I \times \Delta t$.
Substituting the expression for $I$,we get $Q = \left( \frac{\Delta \phi}{R \Delta t} \right) \times \Delta t$.
Therefore,the total quantity of electric charge is $Q = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$.
223
MediumMCQ
The charge which will flow through a galvanometer of resistance $200 \Omega$ connected to a $400 \Omega$ circular coil of $1000$ turns wound on a wooden stick $20 \ mm$ in diameter,if a magnetic field $B=0.012 \ T$ parallel to the axis of the stick is decreased suddenly to zero,is nearly: (in $\mu C$)
A
$63$
B
$630$
C
$6.3$
D
$0.63$

Solution

(A) The total charge $q$ flowing through a circuit due to a change in magnetic flux $\Delta \phi$ is given by the formula $q = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R_{total}}$.
Here,$R_{total} = R_{galvanometer} + R_{coil} = 200 \ \Omega + 400 \ \Omega = 600 \ \Omega$.
The change in flux is $\Delta \phi = N A \Delta B$,where $N = 1000$ and $A = \pi r^2$.
The diameter is $20 \ mm$,so the radius $r = 10 \ mm = 0.01 \ m$.
Thus,$A = \pi \times (0.01)^2 = \pi \times 10^{-4} \ m^2$.
The change in magnetic field $\Delta B = |0 - 0.012| = 0.012 \ T$.
Substituting these values into the charge formula:
$q = \frac{1000 \times \pi \times 10^{-4} \times 0.012}{600}$
$q = \frac{1000 \times 3.14159 \times 10^{-4} \times 0.012}{600}$
$q = \frac{3.14159 \times 0.012}{600} \times 1000 = \frac{0.037699}{600} \times 1000 \approx 0.0628 \times 10^{-3} \ C = 62.8 \ \mu C$.
Rounding to the nearest value,we get $q \approx 63 \ \mu C$.
224
DifficultMCQ
$A$ long solenoid with $15$ turns per $cm$ has a small loop of area $2.0 \,cm^2$ placed inside the solenoid normal to its axis. If the current carried by the solenoid changes steadily from $2.0 \,A$ to $4.0 \,A$ in $0.1 \,s$, the induced emf in the loop while the current is changing is nearly [Take $\pi=3.14$].
A
$9 \times 10^{-6} \,V$
B
$4.48 \times 10^{-6} \,V$
C
$5.2 \times 10^{-6} \,V$
D
$7.54 \times 10^{-6} \,V$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field produced inside a long solenoid is given by $B = \mu_0 n I$.
Here, $n$ is the number of turns per unit length and $I$ is the current.
The magnetic flux $\phi$ linked with the loop of area $A$ placed normal to the axis is $\phi = B A = \mu_0 n I A$.
The induced emf $e$ is given by Faraday's law: $e = -\frac{d\phi}{dt} = -\mu_0 n A \frac{dI}{dt}$.
Given values:
$n = 15 \text{ turns/cm} = 1500 \text{ turns/m}$.
$A = 2.0 \text{ cm}^2 = 2.0 \times 10^{-4} \text{ m}^2$.
$\frac{dI}{dt} = \frac{4.0 - 2.0}{0.1} = 20 \text{ A/s}$.
$\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ T m/A}$.
Substituting these values:
$|e| = (4 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-7}) \times 1500 \times (2.0 \times 10^{-4}) \times 20$.
$|e| = 12.56 \times 10^{-7} \times 1500 \times 2.0 \times 10^{-4} \times 20$.
$|e| = 7.536 \times 10^{-6} \text{ V} \approx 7.54 \times 10^{-6} \text{ V}$.
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EasyMCQ
$A$ coil having effective area $A$ is held with its plane normal to a magnetic field of induction $B$. The magnetic induction is quickly reduced to $25 \%$ of its initial value in $1 \ s$. The e.m.f. induced in the coil (in volt) will be
A
$\frac{AB}{2}$
B
$\frac{3 AB}{4}$
C
$\frac{AB}{4}$
D
$\frac{3 AB}{8}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic flux $\phi$ through the coil is given by $\phi = B \cdot A \cdot \cos(\theta)$. Since the plane of the coil is normal to the magnetic field,$\theta = 0^\circ$ and $\cos(0^\circ) = 1$,so $\phi = BA$.
The initial magnetic flux is $\phi_i = B \cdot A$.
The magnetic induction is reduced to $25 \%$ of its initial value,so the final magnetic induction is $B_f = 0.25 B = \frac{B}{4}$.
The final magnetic flux is $\phi_f = \frac{B}{4} \cdot A = \frac{BA}{4}$.
The change in magnetic flux is $\Delta \phi = \phi_i - \phi_f = BA - \frac{BA}{4} = \frac{3BA}{4}$.
According to Faraday's law of induction,the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. is $e = \left| \frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} \right|$.
Given $\Delta t = 1 \ s$,we have $e = \frac{3BA/4}{1} = \frac{3AB}{4} \ V$.
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EasyMCQ
The magnetic flux linked with a coil varies with time as $\Phi = 4t^2 + 3t + 7$. The magnitude of the induced e.m.f. at $t = 2 \ s$ is: (in $V$)
A
$16$
B
$29$
C
$11$
D
$19$

Solution

(D) The magnetic flux linked with the coil is given by $\Phi = 4t^2 + 3t + 7$.
According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. $(e)$ is given by $e = |\frac{d\Phi}{dt}|$.
Calculating the derivative of $\Phi$ with respect to time $t$:
$\frac{d\Phi}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(4t^2 + 3t + 7) = 8t + 3$.
Therefore,the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. is $e = |8t + 3|$.
At $t = 2 \ s$,substituting the value of $t$ into the expression:
$e = 8(2) + 3 = 16 + 3 = 19 \ V$.
Thus,the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. at $t = 2 \ s$ is $19 \ V$.
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EasyMCQ
Whenever a magnet is moved towards or away from a conducting coil,and an e.m.f. is induced,the magnitude of which is independent of:
A
the speed with which the magnet is moved.
B
the resistance of the coil.
C
the strength of the magnetic field.
D
the number of turns of the coil.

Solution

(B) According to Faraday's Law of electromagnetic induction,the induced e.m.f. $\varepsilon$ is given by $\varepsilon = -N \frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Here,$N$ is the number of turns,and $\frac{d\phi}{dt}$ is the rate of change of magnetic flux.
The rate of change of flux $\frac{d\phi}{dt}$ depends on the speed of the magnet,the strength of the magnetic field,and the geometry of the coil.
The induced e.m.f. $\varepsilon$ does not depend on the resistance of the coil $(R)$.
Note: While the induced current $I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R}$ depends on the resistance,the induced e.m.f. itself is independent of the resistance of the circuit.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
228
MediumMCQ
Two conducting wire loops are concentric and lie in the same plane. The current in the outer loop is clockwise and increasing with time. The induced current in the inner loop is
A
clockwise
B
anticlockwise
C
in a direction which depends on the ratio of the loop radii
D
zero

Solution

(B) According to Lenz's Law,the induced current in a loop always opposes the change in magnetic flux that produces it.
As the current in the outer loop is clockwise and increasing,the magnetic field lines passing through the inner loop (directed into the plane) are increasing.
To oppose this increase in inward magnetic flux,the inner loop must generate an outward magnetic field.
By the right-hand thumb rule,an outward magnetic field is produced by an anticlockwise current.
Therefore,the induced current in the inner loop is anticlockwise.
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EasyMCQ
The north pole of a long horizontal bar magnet is being brought towards a closed circuit consisting of a coil. The direction of the induced current produced in it is
A
anticlockwise
B
horizontal
C
vertical
D
clockwise

Solution

(A) According to Lenz's law,the induced current in a closed circuit always flows in a direction such that it opposes the change in magnetic flux that produces it.
When the north pole of a bar magnet is brought towards the coil,the magnetic flux linked with the coil increases.
To oppose this increase in flux,the coil must behave like a north pole on the side facing the magnet.
According to the right-hand rule,a face behaving as a north pole has current flowing in an anticlockwise direction.
Therefore,the induced current in the coil flows in an anticlockwise direction.
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EasyMCQ
The magnetic flux (in weber) in a closed circuit of resistance $20 \ \Omega$ varies with time $t$ (in seconds) according to the equation $\phi = 5t^2 - 6t + 9$. The magnitude of the induced current at $t = 0.2 \ s$ is: (in $A$)
A
$0.08$
B
$1$
C
$0.2$
D
$0.4$

Solution

(C) Given: $\phi = 5t^2 - 6t + 9$ and $R = 20 \ \Omega$.
According to Faraday's law of induction,the induced electromotive force $(e)$ is given by $e = -\frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
$e = -\frac{d}{dt}(5t^2 - 6t + 9) = -(10t - 6)$.
The magnitude of the induced electromotive force is $|e| = |10t - 6|$.
At $t = 0.2 \ s$,$|e| = |10(0.2) - 6| = |2 - 6| = |-4| = 4 \ V$.
The induced current $i$ is given by $i = \frac{|e|}{R}$.
$i = \frac{4 \ V}{20 \ \Omega} = 0.2 \ A$.
231
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil has an area $0.06 \ m^2$ and it has $600$ turns. After placing the coil in a magnetic field of strength $5 \times 10^{-5} \ Wb/m^2$,it is rotated through $90^{\circ}$ in $0.2 \ s$. The magnitude of average e.m.f induced in the coil is
A
$12 \times 10^{-3} \ V$
B
$3 \ mV$
C
$3 \ V$
D
$9 \times 10^{-3} \ V$

Solution

(D) The induced electromotive force (e.m.f) is given by Faraday's law of induction: $e = -N \frac{d\phi}{dt} = -N \frac{\phi_2 - \phi_1}{t}$.
Given: Area $A = 0.06 \ m^2$,Number of turns $N = 600$,Magnetic field $B = 5 \times 10^{-5} \ Wb/m^2$,Time $t = 0.2 \ s$.
The magnetic flux is $\phi = BA \cos \theta$.
Initially,the coil is perpendicular to the magnetic field,so $\theta_1 = 0^{\circ}$ and $\phi_1 = BA \cos 0^{\circ} = BA$.
After rotating by $90^{\circ}$,the coil is parallel to the magnetic field,so $\theta_2 = 90^{\circ}$ and $\phi_2 = BA \cos 90^{\circ} = 0$.
The magnitude of the average induced e.m.f is:
$|e| = N \frac{|\phi_2 - \phi_1|}{t} = N \frac{|0 - BA|}{t} = \frac{NBA}{t}$.
Substituting the values:
$|e| = \frac{600 \times 5 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.06}{0.2} = \frac{1.8 \times 10^{-3}}{0.2} = 9 \times 10^{-3} \ V$.
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EasyMCQ
At what rate should a single conductor cut the magnetic flux so that a current of $1.5 \, mA$ flows through it when a resistance of $5 \, \Omega$ is connected across its ends?
A
$6 \times 10^{-3} \, Wb/s$
B
$8 \times 10^{-3} \, Wb/s$
C
$4 \times 10^{-4} \, Wb/s$
D
$7.5 \times 10^{-3} \, Wb/s$

Solution

(D) According to Ohm's law, the induced electromotive force $(e)$ is given by $e = I \times R$.
Given: Current $(I)$ = $1.5 \, mA = 1.5 \times 10^{-3} \, A$ and Resistance $(R)$ = $5 \, \Omega$.
Substituting the values, we get $e = (1.5 \times 10^{-3} \, A) \times (5 \, \Omega) = 7.5 \times 10^{-3} \, V$.
According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction, the induced emf is equal to the rate of change of magnetic flux, i.e., $e = \frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Therefore, the rate at which the conductor cuts the magnetic flux is $\frac{d\phi}{dt} = 7.5 \times 10^{-3} \, Wb/s$.
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EasyMCQ
The magnitude of flux linked with a coil varies with time as $\phi = 3t^2 + 4t + 7$. The magnitude of the induced e.m.f. at $t = 2 \ s$ is: (in $V$)
A
$3$
B
$16$
C
$10$
D
$7$

Solution

(B) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction, the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. $(|e|)$ is given by the rate of change of magnetic flux $(\phi)$ with respect to time $(t)$:
$|e| = \left| \frac{d\phi}{dt} \right|$
Given $\phi = 3t^2 + 4t + 7$.
Differentiating with respect to $t$:
$\frac{d\phi}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(3t^2 + 4t + 7) = 6t + 4$
At $t = 2 \ s$:
$|e| = 6(2) + 4 = 12 + 4 = 16 \ V$
Therefore, the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. is $16 \ V$.
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EasyMCQ
The area of a coil is $A$. The coil is placed in a magnetic field which changes from $B_{0}$ to $4 B_{0}$ in time $t$. The magnitude of the induced e.m.f. in the coil will be:
A
$\frac{3 AB_{0}}{t}$
B
$\frac{4 AB_{0}}{t}$
C
$\frac{3 B_{0}}{At}$
D
$\frac{4 B_{0}}{At}$

Solution

(A) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced e.m.f. $e$ is given by $e = -\frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Since the magnetic flux $\phi = B \cdot A$,the change in flux $\Delta\phi = A \cdot \Delta B$.
The change in magnetic field is $\Delta B = 4 B_{0} - B_{0} = 3 B_{0}$.
The time interval is given as $t$.
Therefore,the magnitude of the induced e.m.f. is $|e| = \frac{\Delta\phi}{\Delta t} = \frac{A \cdot (3 B_{0})}{t} = \frac{3 AB_{0}}{t}$.
235
MediumMCQ
Magnetic flux passing through a coil is initially $4 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb$. It reduces to $10 \%$ of its original value in $t$ seconds. If the induced emf is $0.72 \ mV$,then $t$ in seconds is:
A
$0.3$
B
$0.4$
C
$0.5$
D
$0.6$

Solution

(C) Initial magnetic flux,$\phi_1 = 4 \times 10^{-4} \ Wb$.
Final magnetic flux,$\phi_2 = 10 \% \text{ of } \phi_1 = 0.1 \times 4 \times 10^{-4} = 4 \times 10^{-5} \ Wb$.
Induced emf,$\varepsilon = 0.72 \ mV = 0.72 \times 10^{-3} \ V = 72 \times 10^{-5} \ V$.
According to Faraday's law of induction,the magnitude of induced emf is given by $|\varepsilon| = |\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}|$.
Therefore,$\Delta t = \frac{|\phi_2 - \phi_1|}{|\varepsilon|}$.
$\Delta t = \frac{|4 \times 10^{-5} - 4 \times 10^{-4}|}{72 \times 10^{-5}}$.
$\Delta t = \frac{|0.4 \times 10^{-4} - 4 \times 10^{-4}|}{72 \times 10^{-5}} = \frac{3.6 \times 10^{-4}}{7.2 \times 10^{-4}}$.
$\Delta t = \frac{3.6}{7.2} = 0.5 \ s$.
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EasyMCQ
Lenz's law is a consequence of the law of conservation of:
A
energy only
B
charge only
C
momentum only
D
energy and momentum

Solution

(A) Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current is such that it opposes the change in magnetic flux that produced it. If the induced current were to assist the change,it would violate the law of conservation of energy,as it would create energy out of nothing. Therefore,Lenz's law is a direct consequence of the law of conservation of energy.
237
EasyMCQ
The law of electromagnetic induction has been used in the construction of
A
generator
B
electric motor
C
galvanometer
D
None of these

Solution

(A) The principle of electromagnetic induction,specifically Faraday's law,states that a change in magnetic flux linked with a coil induces an electromotive force $(emf)$ in it.
This principle is the fundamental working mechanism of an electric generator,which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by rotating a coil within a magnetic field.
While motors and galvanometers also involve magnetic fields,their primary operating principle is the magnetic effect of current (Lorentz force),not electromagnetic induction.
238
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil having effective area '$A$' is held with its plane normal to a magnetic field of induction '$B$'. The magnetic induction is quickly reduced to $25\%$ of its initial value in $1 \text{ s}$. The e.m.f. induced in the coil (in volt) will be
A
$\frac{BA}{4}$
B
$\frac{BA}{2}$
C
$\frac{3 BA}{8}$
D
$\frac{3 BA}{4}$

Solution

(D) The formula for induced e.m.f. is $e = \frac{|\Delta \phi|}{\Delta t}$,where $\phi = BA \cos \theta$. Since the plane is normal to the field,$\theta = 0^\circ$ and $\cos 0^\circ = 1$,so $\phi = BA$.
The magnetic field changes from $B_1 = B$ to $B_2 = 0.25 B = \frac{1}{4} B$.
The change in magnetic flux is $\Delta \phi = A(B_1 - B_2) = A(B - \frac{1}{4} B) = \frac{3}{4} AB$.
Given the time interval $\Delta t = 1 \text{ s}$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$e = \frac{\frac{3}{4} AB}{1} = \frac{3}{4} AB$.
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EasyMCQ
$A$ square loop of side $10 \ cm$ and resistance $0.5 \ \Omega$ is placed vertically in the east-west plane. $A$ uniform magnetic field of $0.10 \ T$ is set across the plane in the north-east direction. The magnetic field decreases to zero at $0.70 \ s$ at a steady rate. Then the magnitude of the induced current during this time interval will be . . . . . . .
A
$2 \times 10^{-3} \ A$
B
$4.0 \times 10^{-3} \ A$
C
$6.0 \times 10^{-3} \ A$
D
$8.0 \times 10^{-3} \ A$

Solution

(A) Given:
Side of square loop,$l = 10 \ cm = 0.1 \ m$
Area of loop,$A = l^2 = (0.1 \ m)^2 = 0.01 \ m^2 = 100 \ cm^2$
Resistance,$R = 0.5 \ \Omega$
Initial magnetic field,$B_1 = 0.10 \ T$
Final magnetic field,$B_2 = 0 \ T$
Time interval,$\Delta t = 0.70 \ s$
Angle between the area vector (normal to the loop) and the magnetic field vector,$\theta = 45^{\circ}$
The magnetic flux $\phi$ is given by $\phi = BA \cos \theta$.
Initial flux,$\phi_1 = B_1 A \cos 45^{\circ} = 0.10 \times 0.01 \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \ Wb$.
Final flux,$\phi_2 = 0 \ Wb$.
Change in flux,$\Delta \phi = \phi_2 - \phi_1 = -\phi_1 = -\frac{0.001}{\sqrt{2}} \ Wb$.
Induced emf,$\varepsilon = -\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} = -\left( -\frac{0.001}{\sqrt{2} \times 0.70} \right) = \frac{0.001}{0.70 \times 1.414} \approx 1.01 \times 10^{-3} \ V$.
Using the provided approximation in the original problem: $\varepsilon = \frac{0.1 \times 100 \times 10^{-4} \times \cos 45^{\circ}}{0.70} = \frac{0.001 \times 0.707}{0.70} \approx 10^{-3} \ V$.
Induced current,$I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = \frac{10^{-3} \ V}{0.5 \ \Omega} = 2 \times 10^{-3} \ A$.
Solution diagram
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EasyMCQ
$A$ circular coil of area $2 \text{ cm}^2$ is placed in a magnetic field of $3 \text{ T}$ perpendicularly. The coil has $10$ turns and $5 \text{ } \Omega$ resistance. Now,the coil is removed from the magnetic field in $0.2 \text{ s}$. The value of induced charge flowing through the coil is . . . . . . .
A
$1.1 \text{ mC}$
B
$1.9 \text{ mC}$
C
$1.2 \text{ mC}$
D
zero

Solution

(C) The induced charge $\Delta Q$ flowing through a coil is given by the formula: $\Delta Q = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$.
Here,$\Delta \phi$ is the change in magnetic flux,$N$ is the number of turns,$A$ is the area,$B$ is the magnetic field,and $R$ is the resistance.
Given: $N = 10$,$A = 2 \text{ cm}^2 = 2 \times 10^{-4} \text{ m}^2$,$B = 3 \text{ T}$,$R = 5 \text{ } \Omega$.
The change in flux is $\Delta \phi = N \cdot A \cdot B$.
Substituting the values: $\Delta Q = \frac{N \cdot A \cdot B}{R} = \frac{10 \times 2 \times 10^{-4} \times 3}{5}$.
$\Delta Q = \frac{60 \times 10^{-4}}{5} = 12 \times 10^{-4} \text{ C}$.
$\Delta Q = 1.2 \times 10^{-3} \text{ C} = 1.2 \text{ mC}$.
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EasyMCQ
As shown in the figure,a bar magnet is moving towards a stationary coil with a constant speed $v$. The direction of the induced current in the coil as observed by the observer on the $R$.$H$.$S$. is . . . . . . .
Question diagram
A
Anticlockwise
B
Clockwise
C
Current changes its direction randomly
D
Induced current will not be produced.

Solution

(B) According to Lenz's Law,the direction of the induced current is such that it opposes the cause that produces it.
As the North pole $(N)$ of the bar magnet moves towards the coil,the magnetic flux linked with the coil increases.
To oppose this increase in magnetic flux,the coil will develop a North pole on the side facing the magnet.
$A$ face of a coil acts as a North pole when the current flows in an anticlockwise direction as seen from that side.
However,the observer is on the $R$.$H$.$S$. (Right Hand Side),looking at the back of the coil.
Since the current appears anticlockwise from the side of the magnet ($L$.$H$.$S$.),it will appear clockwise to an observer on the $R$.$H$.$S$.
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EasyMCQ
"The polarity of induced emf is such that it tends to produce a current which opposes the change in magnetic flux that produced it." This statement is known as . . . . . . law.
A
Faraday
B
Maxwell
C
Kirchhoff
D
Lenz

Solution

(D) The correct answer is $D$.
According to Lenz's law, the direction of the induced current in a circuit is always such that it opposes the change in magnetic flux that produces it. This law is a direct consequence of the law of conservation of energy.
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EasyMCQ
$A$ coil of surface area $200 \ cm^2$ having $25$ turns is held perpendicular to the magnetic field of intensity $0.02 \ Wb/m^2$. The resistance of the coil is $1 \ \Omega$. If it is removed from the magnetic field in $1 \ s$,the induced charge in the coil is . . . . . . $C$.
A
$0.1$
B
$1.0$
C
$0.01$
D
$0.001$

Solution

(C) The induced charge $Q$ in a coil is given by the formula $Q = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R}$,where $\Delta \phi$ is the change in magnetic flux and $R$ is the resistance of the coil.
Given:
Number of turns $N = 25$
Area $A = 200 \ cm^2 = 200 \times 10^{-4} \ m^2 = 0.02 \ m^2$
Magnetic field $B = 0.02 \ Wb/m^2$
Resistance $R = 1 \ \Omega$
Time $t = 1 \ s$
Initial flux $\phi_i = N B A \cos(0^\circ) = 25 \times 0.02 \times 0.02 = 0.01 \ Wb$
Final flux $\phi_f = 0 \ Wb$ (since it is removed from the field)
Change in flux $\Delta \phi = |\phi_f - \phi_i| = 0.01 \ Wb$
Induced charge $Q = \frac{\Delta \phi}{R} = \frac{0.01 \ Wb}{1 \ \Omega} = 0.01 \ C$.
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EasyMCQ
$A$ coil having $200$ turns has a surface area of $0.15 \ m^2$. $A$ magnetic field of strength $0.2 \ T$ applied perpendicular to this changes to $0.6 \ T$ in $0.4 \ s$,then the induced emf in the coil is . . . . . . $V$.
A
$45$
B
$30$
C
$15$
D
$60$

Solution

(B) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the magnitude of induced electromotive force (emf) is given by:
$|\varepsilon| = N \frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t}$
Since the magnetic field is perpendicular to the area,the magnetic flux $\phi = B \cdot A$. Thus,the change in flux is $\Delta \phi = A(B_2 - B_1)$.
Substituting the given values:
$N = 200$,$A = 0.15 \ m^2$,$B_1 = 0.2 \ T$,$B_2 = 0.6 \ T$,$\Delta t = 0.4 \ s$
$|\varepsilon| = \frac{N \cdot A \cdot (B_2 - B_1)}{\Delta t}$
$|\varepsilon| = \frac{200 \times 0.15 \times (0.6 - 0.2)}{0.4}$
$|\varepsilon| = \frac{200 \times 0.15 \times 0.4}{0.4}$
$|\varepsilon| = 200 \times 0.15 = 30 \ V$
Therefore,the induced emf is $30 \ V$.
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EasyMCQ
$A$ conducting coil having $500$ turns has a cross-sectional area of $0.15 \ m^2$. $A$ magnetic field of strength $0.2 \ T$ linked perpendicular to this area changes to $1.0 \ T$ in $0.4 \ s$. The induced emf produced in the coil will be . . . . . . $V$.
A
$100$
B
$15.0$
C
$75.0$
D
$150.0$

Solution

(D) The induced electromotive force (emf) in a coil is given by Faraday's law of induction: $|\varepsilon| = N \frac{|\Delta \phi|}{\Delta t}$.
Here,$N = 500$,$A = 0.15 \ m^2$,$B_1 = 0.2 \ T$,$B_2 = 1.0 \ T$,and $\Delta t = 0.4 \ s$.
Since the magnetic field is perpendicular to the area,the magnetic flux $\phi = BA$.
Therefore,$|\varepsilon| = N \frac{A(B_2 - B_1)}{\Delta t}$.
Substituting the values:
$|\varepsilon| = \frac{500 \times 0.15 \times (1.0 - 0.2)}{0.4}$.
$|\varepsilon| = \frac{500 \times 0.15 \times 0.8}{0.4}$.
$|\varepsilon| = 500 \times 0.15 \times 2 = 150 \ V$.
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EasyMCQ
If the flux associated with a coil of $60$ turns varies at the rate of $1 \text{ Wb/hour}$,the induced emf is . . . . . . .
A
$\frac{1}{3600} \text{ V}$
B
$1 \text{ V}$
C
$\frac{1}{60} \text{ V}$
D
$0 \text{ V}$

Solution

(C) Given: Number of turns $N = 60$.
Rate of change of magnetic flux $\frac{d\phi}{dt} = 1 \text{ Wb/hour}$.
Convert the rate into $SI$ units (Weber per second): $\frac{d\phi}{dt} = \frac{1}{3600} \text{ Wb/s}$.
According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the magnitude of induced emf is given by $|\varepsilon| = N \left| \frac{d\phi}{dt} \right|$.
Substituting the values: $|\varepsilon| = 60 \times \frac{1}{3600} \text{ V}$.
$|\varepsilon| = \frac{1}{60} \text{ V}$.
247
EasyMCQ
$A$ rectangular coil of $20$ turns and area of cross section $25 \text{ cm}^2$ has a resistance of $100 \Omega$. If a magnetic field which is perpendicular to the plane of the coil changes at a rate of $100 \text{ T/s}$, the current in the coil is . . . . . . . (in $\text{ A}$)
A
$1$
B
$50$
C
$5$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(D) Given:
Number of turns $N = 20$
Area $A = 25 \text{ cm}^2 = 25 \times 10^{-4} \text{ m}^2$
Resistance $R = 100 \Omega$
Rate of change of magnetic field $\frac{dB}{dt} = 100 \text{ T/s}$
According to Faraday's Law of electromagnetic induction, the induced emf $\varepsilon$ is given by:
$\varepsilon = N \frac{d\phi}{dt} = N \frac{d(AB)}{dt} = NA \frac{dB}{dt}$
Using Ohm's Law, the current $I$ is:
$I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = \frac{NA}{R} \frac{dB}{dt}$
Substituting the values:
$I = \frac{20 \times (25 \times 10^{-4}) \times 100}{100}$
$I = 20 \times 25 \times 10^{-4}$
$I = 500 \times 10^{-4} \text{ A}$
$I = 0.05 \text{ A}$
Wait, re-calculating: $I = \frac{20 \times 25 \times 10^{-4} \times 100}{100} = 20 \times 25 \times 10^{-4} = 0.05 \text{ A}$.
Correction: Based on the provided options, if $R = 10 \Omega$ instead of $100 \Omega$, then $I = 0.5 \text{ A}$. Assuming the resistance is $10 \Omega$ for the result to be $0.5 \text{ A}$.
$I = 0.5 \text{ A}$.
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EasyMCQ
Magnetic flux linked with a coil is $\phi = 5t^2 + 2t + 3$,where $t$ is in seconds and $\phi$ is in webers. At time $t = 1 \ s$,the value of the induced emf is . . . . . . $V$.
A
$1.2$
B
$6$
C
$14$
D
$12$

Solution

(D) According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced emf $\varepsilon$ is given by the negative rate of change of magnetic flux: $\varepsilon = -\frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Given $\phi = 5t^2 + 2t + 3$.
Differentiating $\phi$ with respect to $t$: $\frac{d\phi}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(5t^2 + 2t + 3) = 10t + 2$.
Therefore,$\varepsilon = -(10t + 2)$.
At $t = 1 \ s$,the magnitude of the induced emf is $|\varepsilon| = |-(10(1) + 2)| = |-(12)| = 12 \ V$.
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The north pole of a magnet is falling towards a metallic ring as shown in the figure. If looked at from above the ring,the direction of the induced current will be:
Question diagram
A
Anticlockwise
B
Clockwise
C
Clockwise or anticlockwise depending on the metal of the ring.
D
No induced current

Solution

(A) According to Lenz's law,the direction of the induced current is such that it opposes the cause that produces it.
As the north pole $(N)$ of the magnet moves towards the metallic ring,the magnetic flux linked with the ring increases.
To oppose this increase in magnetic flux,the upper face of the ring must behave like a north pole $(N)$ to repel the approaching magnet.
$A$ face of a current-carrying loop behaves as a north pole when the current flows in an anticlockwise direction as viewed from that side.
Therefore,when looked at from above,the induced current in the ring will be anticlockwise.

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