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MediumMCQ
$A$ metallic disc of radius $0.3 \ m$ is rotating with a constant angular speed of $60 \ rad \ s^{-1}$ in a plane perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field of $5 \times 10^{-2} \ T$. The emf induced between a point on the rim and the centre of the disc is: (in $V$)
A
$0.06$
B
$0.612$
C
$1.35$
D
$0.135$

Solution

(D) The induced emf $(e)$ in a rotating metallic disc is given by the formula: $e = \frac{1}{2} B \omega r^2$.
Given:
Magnetic field $(B)$ = $5 \times 10^{-2} \ T$
Angular speed $(\omega)$ = $60 \ rad \ s^{-1}$
Radius $(r)$ = $0.3 \ m$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$e = \frac{1}{2} \times (5 \times 10^{-2}) \times 60 \times (0.3)^2$
$e = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.05 \times 60 \times 0.09$
$e = 0.025 \times 60 \times 0.09$
$e = 1.5 \times 0.09$
$e = 0.135 \ V$.
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
302
MediumMCQ
If a wheel with $24$ metallic spokes each $40 \ cm$ long is rotated with a speed of $180 \ rev/min$ in a plane normal to the horizontal component of earth's magnetic field, the emf induced between the axle and the rim of the wheel is $E$. If the number of spokes is made $12$ and the wheel is rotated with a speed of $90 \ rev/min$ in the same field, the induced emf is
A
$E$
B
$2E$
C
$4E$
D
$0.25 E$

Solution

(D) The induced emf $(e)$ in a rotating metallic spoke of length $(l)$ in a magnetic field $(B)$ with angular velocity $(\omega)$ is given by the formula: $e = \frac{1}{2} B \omega l^2$.
Here, the emf is independent of the number of spokes, as each spoke acts as an individual source of emf connected in parallel between the axle and the rim.
Given the initial state: $\omega_1 = 180 \ rev/min$, $e_1 = E = \frac{1}{2} B \omega_1 l^2$.
Given the final state: $\omega_2 = 90 \ rev/min$, $e_2 = \frac{1}{2} B \omega_2 l^2$.
Taking the ratio: $\frac{e_2}{E} = \frac{\omega_2}{\omega_1} = \frac{90}{180} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Therefore, $e_2 = 0.5 E$.
303
EasyMCQ
$A$ metallic wire loop of side $l = 0.1 \text{ m}$ and resistance $1 \Omega$ is moved with a constant velocity in a uniform magnetic field of $2 \text{ Wb m}^{-2}$ as shown in the figure. The magnetic field is perpendicular to the plane of the loop. The loop is connected to a network of resistors. The velocity of the loop required to have a steady current of $1 \text{ mA}$ in the loop is: (in $\text{ cm s}^{-1}$)
Question diagram
A
$0.67$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(B) Given: Side length $l = 0.1 \text{ m}$, Resistance of loop $R_{loop} = 1 \Omega$, Magnetic field $B = 2 \text{ Wb m}^{-2}$, Current $I = 1 \text{ mA} = 10^{-3} \text{ A}$.
First, calculate the equivalent resistance of the resistor network connected to the loop. The network consists of four $3 \Omega$ resistors in a bridge-like configuration. The equivalent resistance of this network is $R_{net} = 3 \Omega$.
The total resistance of the circuit is $R_{total} = R_{loop} + R_{net} = 1 \Omega + 3 \Omega = 4 \Omega$.
The motional electromotive force (emf) induced in the loop is given by $E = Bvl$.
Using Ohm's law, $I = \frac{E}{R_{total}} = \frac{Bvl}{R_{total}}$.
Substituting the values: $10^{-3} = \frac{2 \times v \times 0.1}{4}$.
$10^{-3} = \frac{0.2v}{4} = 0.05v$.
$v = \frac{10^{-3}}{0.05} = 0.02 \text{ m s}^{-1} = 2 \text{ cm s}^{-1}$.
304
EasyMCQ
In an $AC$ generator, if a coil of $N$ turns and area $A$ is rotated at $v$ revolutions per second in a uniform magnetic field $B$, then the motional $EMF$ produced is equal to (At $t=0$ $s$, the coil is perpendicular to the field).
A
$NBA(2 \pi v) \sin (2 \pi v t)$
B
$NBA^2(2 \pi v) \sin (2 \pi v t)$
C
$N^2 B^2 A^2(2 \pi v) \sin (2 \pi v t)$
D
$NBA(4 \pi v) \sin (2 \pi v t)$

Solution

(A) The magnetic flux $\phi$ through the coil at time $t$ is given by $\phi = NBA \cos(\omega t)$, where $\omega = 2 \pi v$ is the angular frequency.
According to Faraday's law of induction, the induced $EMF$ $e$ is given by $e = -\frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
Substituting the expression for $\phi$: $e = -\frac{d}{dt} [NBA \cos(\omega t)] = -NBA \frac{d}{dt} [\cos(\omega t)]$.
Using the chain rule, $e = -NBA [-\omega \sin(\omega t)] = NBA \omega \sin(\omega t)$.
Substituting $\omega = 2 \pi v$, we get $e = NBA(2 \pi v) \sin(2 \pi v t)$.
305
DifficultMCQ
$A$ rectangular loop circuit has a sliding wire $PQ$ as shown in the figure. The loop is placed in a magnetic field $B$,perpendicular to its plane. The resistance of the wire $PQ$ is $R$. If the wire moves with constant velocity $v$,then find the current flowing in the wire $PQ$?
Question diagram
A
$\frac{B l v}{3 R}$
B
$\frac{B l v}{2 R}$
C
$\frac{3 B l v}{2 R}$
D
$\frac{2 B l v}{3 R}$

Solution

(D) The sliding wire $PQ$ acts as a motional electromotive force (emf) source with $\varepsilon = B l v$.
This emf source is in series with the resistance $R$ of the wire $PQ$.
This combination is connected in parallel with the two external resistors,each of resistance $R$.
First,calculate the equivalent resistance of the two external resistors connected in parallel: $R_{p} = \frac{R \times R}{R + R} = \frac{R}{2}$.
Now,the total resistance of the circuit is the sum of the resistance of the wire $PQ$ and the equivalent parallel resistance: $R_{eq} = R + R_{p} = R + \frac{R}{2} = \frac{3 R}{2}$.
Finally,the current $I$ flowing through the wire $PQ$ is given by Ohm's law: $I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R_{eq}} = \frac{B l v}{3 R / 2} = \frac{2 B l v}{3 R}$.
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306
EasyMCQ
Consider the situation shown in the figure. The wire $AB$ is sliding on the fixed rails with a constant velocity. If the wire $AB$ is replaced by a semicircular wire,the magnitude of the induced current will
A
increase
B
remain the same
C
decrease
D
increase or decrease depending on whether the semicircle bulges towards the resistance or away from it

Solution

(B) The magnitude of the induced electromotive force $(e)$ in a conductor moving in a magnetic field is given by $e = B v l_{eff}$,where $l_{eff}$ is the effective length of the conductor perpendicular to the velocity vector and the magnetic field.
For a straight wire of length $l$,the effective length is $l$. When the wire is replaced by a semicircular wire,the effective length $l_{eff}$ (the straight-line distance between the two contact points on the rails) remains the same as the diameter of the semicircle,which is equal to the original length $l$ of the straight wire.
Since the induced current $I = \frac{e}{R} = \frac{B v l_{eff}}{R}$,and $B, v, R$,and $l_{eff}$ remain unchanged,the magnitude of the induced current will remain the same.
307
DifficultMCQ
$A$ rod of length $1.0 \,m$ is rotated in a plane perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field of induction $0.25 \,T$ with a frequency of $12 \,rev/s$. The induced emf across the ends of the rod is (in $\,V$)
A
$18.89$
B
$3$
C
$15$
D
$9.42$

Solution

(D) Given: Length of the rod, $l = 1.0 \,m$.
Magnetic field induction, $B = 0.25 \,T$.
Frequency of rotation, $f = 12 \,rev/s$.
The induced emf $(e)$ across the ends of a rotating rod is given by the formula:
$e = \frac{1}{2} B \omega l^2$
Since angular velocity $\omega = 2 \pi f$, we substitute this into the equation:
$e = \frac{1}{2} B (2 \pi f) l^2 = B \pi f l^2$
Substituting the given values:
$e = 0.25 \times \pi \times 12 \times (1.0)^2$
$e = 3 \pi \,V$
Using $\pi \approx 3.14159$, we get:
$e \approx 3 \times 3.14159 = 9.42477 \,V$
Thus, the induced emf is approximately $9.42 \,V$.
308
DifficultMCQ
$A$ coil of area $10 \ m^2$ is placed in a uniform magnetic field of $0.3 \ Wb \cdot m^{-2}$,with its plane perpendicular to the field. The coil rotates at a uniform rate to complete one revolution in $8 \ s$. Find the average emf (in $V$) in the coil during intervals when the coil rotates from:
$i. 0^{\circ}$ to $90^{\circ}$ position
$ii. 90^{\circ}$ to $180^{\circ}$ position
$iii. 180^{\circ}$ to $270^{\circ}$ position
$iv. 270^{\circ}$ to $360^{\circ}$ position
A
$\frac{3}{2} \ V; \frac{3}{2} \ V; -\frac{3}{2} \ V; -\frac{3}{2} \ V$
B
$\frac{3}{2} \ V; -\frac{3}{2} \ V; \frac{3}{2} \ V; -\frac{3}{2} \ V$
C
$0 \ V; 0 \ V; 0 \ V; 0 \ V$
D
$-\frac{3}{2} \ V; -\frac{3}{2} \ V; \frac{3}{2} \ V; \frac{3}{2} \ V$

Solution

(A) Magnetic flux is given by $\phi = BA \cos(\theta)$.
The time taken for one revolution is $T = 8 \ s$. The time taken for a $90^{\circ}$ rotation is $\Delta t = \frac{T}{4} = \frac{8}{4} = 2 \ s$.
The average emf is $e = -\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} = -\frac{\phi_2 - \phi_1}{\Delta t}$.
$i. 0^{\circ}$ to $90^{\circ}$: $e = -\frac{BA \cos(90^{\circ}) - BA \cos(0^{\circ})}{2} = -\frac{0 - (0.3 \times 10)}{2} = \frac{3}{2} \ V$.
$ii. 90^{\circ}$ to $180^{\circ}$: $e = -\frac{BA \cos(180^{\circ}) - BA \cos(90^{\circ})}{2} = -\frac{-3 - 0}{2} = \frac{3}{2} \ V$.
$iii. 180^{\circ}$ to $270^{\circ}$: $e = -\frac{BA \cos(270^{\circ}) - BA \cos(180^{\circ})}{2} = -\frac{0 - (-3)}{2} = -\frac{3}{2} \ V$.
$iv. 270^{\circ}$ to $360^{\circ}$: $e = -\frac{BA \cos(360^{\circ}) - BA \cos(270^{\circ})}{2} = -\frac{3 - 0}{2} = -\frac{3}{2} \ V$.
309
MediumMCQ
$A$ metal rod $AB$ of length $50 \text{ cm}$ is moving at a velocity $8 \text{ ms}^{-1}$ in a magnetic field of $2 \text{ T}$. If the field is at $60^{\circ}$ with the plane of motion as shown in the figure,then the potentials $V_A$ and $V_B$ are related by
Question diagram
A
$V_A-V_B=8 \text{ V}$
B
$V_A-V_B=4 \text{ V}$
C
$V_B-V_A=8 \text{ V}$
D
$V_B-V_A=4 \text{ V}$

Solution

(B) The motional electromotive force (emf) induced in a conductor of length $l$ moving with velocity $v$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by the formula $\varepsilon = l(v \times B)$.
Here,the length of the rod $l = 50 \text{ cm} = 0.5 \text{ m}$.
The velocity $v = 8 \text{ ms}^{-1}$ and the magnetic field $B = 2 \text{ T}$.
The angle between the magnetic field and the normal to the plane of motion is $\theta = 90^{\circ} - 60^{\circ} = 30^{\circ}$.
The induced emf is $\varepsilon = B v l \sin(\theta)$.
Substituting the values:
$\varepsilon = 2 \times 8 \times 0.5 \times \sin(30^{\circ})$
$\varepsilon = 8 \times 0.5 = 4 \text{ V}$.
Thus,the potential difference between the ends is $4 \text{ V}$. Based on the direction of motion and the magnetic field,$V_A - V_B = 4 \text{ V}$.
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310
DifficultMCQ
$A$ conducting rod $PQ$ of length $1 \ m$ is moving with a uniform speed $2 \ ms^{-1}$ in a uniform magnetic field of $4 \ T$ which is directed into the paper. $A$ capacitor of capacity $10 \ \mu F$ is connected as shown in the figure. Then,the charge on the plates of the capacitor are
Question diagram
A
$q_A = +80 \ \mu C, q_B = -80 \ \mu C$
B
$q_A = -80 \ \mu C, q_B = +80 \ \mu C$
C
$q_A = +1.25 \ \mu C, q_B = -1.25 \ \mu C$
D
$q_A = -1.25 \ \mu C, q_B = +1.25 \ \mu C$

Solution

(A) The motional electromotive force $(EMF)$ induced in the conducting rod $PQ$ is given by $V = Bvl$.
Given: $B = 4 \ T$,$v = 2 \ ms^{-1}$,$l = 1 \ m$.
Therefore,$V = 4 \times 2 \times 1 = 8 \ V$.
According to Fleming's Right-Hand Rule,the potential at $P$ is higher than at $Q$. Thus,the upper plate of the capacitor (connected to $P$) becomes positively charged and the lower plate (connected to $Q$) becomes negatively charged.
The charge $q$ on the capacitor plates is given by $q = CV$.
Given: $C = 10 \ \mu F = 10 \times 10^{-6} \ F$.
$q = (10 \times 10^{-6} \ F) \times (8 \ V) = 80 \times 10^{-6} \ C = 80 \ \mu C$.
Thus,$q_A = +80 \ \mu C$ and $q_B = -80 \ \mu C$.
311
DifficultMCQ
$A$ coil has $1000$ turns and $500 \text{ cm}^2$ as its area. The plane of the coil is placed at right angles to a magnetic induction field of $2 \times 10^{-5} \text{ Wb/m}^2$. The coil is rotated through $180^{\circ}$ in $0.2 \text{ s}$. The average emf induced in the coil,in $\text{mV}$,is
A
$5$
B
$10$
C
$15$
D
$20$

Solution

(B) Given: Number of turns $N = 1000$,Area $A = 500 \text{ cm}^2 = 500 \times 10^{-4} \text{ m}^2 = 5 \times 10^{-2} \text{ m}^2$,Magnetic field $B = 2 \times 10^{-5} \text{ Wb/m}^2$,Time interval $\Delta t = 0.2 \text{ s}$.
Since the plane of the coil is at right angles to the magnetic field,the angle between the area vector and the magnetic field is $\theta_1 = 0^{\circ}$.
Initial magnetic flux $\phi_1 = N B A \cos(0^{\circ}) = N B A$.
After rotating the coil by $180^{\circ}$,the new angle is $\theta_2 = 180^{\circ}$.
Final magnetic flux $\phi_2 = N B A \cos(180^{\circ}) = -N B A$.
Change in flux $\Delta \phi = \phi_2 - \phi_1 = -N B A - N B A = -2 N B A$.
The induced emf is given by $e = -\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} = -\frac{-2 N B A}{\Delta t} = \frac{2 N B A}{\Delta t}$.
Substituting the values: $e = \frac{2 \times 1000 \times 2 \times 10^{-5} \times 5 \times 10^{-2}}{0.2} = \frac{2 \times 10^3 \times 10 \times 10^{-7}}{0.2} = \frac{2 \times 10^{-3}}{0.2} = 10 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V} = 10 \text{ mV}$.
312
MediumMCQ
$A$ rectangular loop is provided with a sliding connector of length $1 \, m$ and resistance $2 \, \Omega$. It is placed in a uniform magnetic field of $2 \, T$ perpendicular to the plane of the loop. The external force required to keep the connector moving with a uniform velocity of $2 \, ms^{-1}$ is: (in $N$)
A
$6$
B
$4$
C
$2$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) The induced electromotive force $(e)$ in the moving connector is given by $e = Bvl$, where $B = 2 \, T$, $v = 2 \, ms^{-1}$, and $l = 1 \, m$.
$e = 2 \times 2 \times 1 = 4 \, V$.
The induced current $(I)$ in the loop is $I = e/R$, where $R = 2 \, \Omega$.
$I = 4 / 2 = 2 \, A$.
The magnetic force $(F_m)$ acting on the connector is $F_m = IlB$.
$F_m = 2 \times 1 \times 2 = 4 \, N$.
Since the connector moves with a uniform velocity, the external force $(F_{ext})$ must balance the magnetic force.
$F_{ext} = F_m = 4 \, N$.
313
DifficultMCQ
$A$ circular wheel with $10$ spokes, with its plane vertical along East-West, is rotating about its natural axis with a uniform speed of $100$ revolutions per minute in the Earth's magnetic field. The radius of the wheel is $0.3 \, m$. If the $EMF$ induced between the centre of the wheel and the rim is $3 \pi \mu V$, what is the angle of dip at that place? (Vertical component of the Earth's magnetic field $B_{V} = 15 \mu T$)
A
$\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{2}\right)$
B
$\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{5}\right)$
C
$\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{5}\right)$
D
$\tan^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$

Solution

(D) The $EMF$ induced in a rotating rod (spoke) of length $r$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by $\varepsilon = \frac{1}{2} B_{\perp} \omega r^2$, where $B_{\perp}$ is the component of the magnetic field perpendicular to the plane of rotation.
Since the plane of the wheel is vertical along East-West, the magnetic field component perpendicular to the plane is the horizontal component $B_{H}$.
Given: $\omega = 100 \text{ rpm} = \frac{100 \times 2\pi}{60} = \frac{10\pi}{3} \text{ rad/s}$, $r = 0.3 \, m$, $\varepsilon = 3\pi \times 10^{-6} \, V$, $B_{V} = 15 \times 10^{-6} \, T$.
Substituting the values: $3\pi \times 10^{-6} = \frac{1}{2} \times B_{H} \times \frac{10\pi}{3} \times (0.3)^2$.
$3\pi \times 10^{-6} = B_{H} \times \frac{5\pi}{3} \times 0.09 = B_{H} \times 0.15\pi$.
$B_{H} = \frac{3\pi \times 10^{-6}}{0.15\pi} = 20 \times 10^{-6} \, T = 20 \mu T$.
The angle of dip $\delta$ is given by $\tan \delta = \frac{B_{V}}{B_{H}} = \frac{15}{20} = \frac{3}{4}$.
Therefore, $\delta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{3}{4}\right)$.
314
EasyMCQ
$A$ conducting wire bent in the shape of a semicircle has length $L$ and moves in its plane with constant velocity $v$. $A$ uniform magnetic field $B$ exists in the direction perpendicular to the plane of the wire. The velocity makes an angle $45^{\circ}$ to the diameter joining the free ends,and the emf induced between the ends of the wire is $\Phi = \alpha(B v L)$. The value of the constant $\alpha$ is
A
$\sqrt{2}$
B
$\frac{2}{\pi}$
C
$\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
D
$\frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi}$

Solution

(D) The induced emf in a moving conductor is given by $e = B l_{eff} v \sin(\theta)$,where $l_{eff}$ is the displacement vector between the two ends of the conductor.
For a semicircular wire of length $L$,the radius $r$ is given by $L = \pi r$,so $r = \frac{L}{\pi}$.
The effective length $l_{eff}$ (the straight-line distance between the two ends) is the diameter of the semicircle,$l_{eff} = 2r = \frac{2L}{\pi}$.
The velocity $v$ makes an angle of $45^{\circ}$ with the diameter (the effective length vector).
Substituting these values into the emf formula:
$e = B \times (\frac{2L}{\pi}) \times v \times \sin(45^{\circ})$
$e = B \times \frac{2L}{\pi} \times v \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
$e = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi} B v L$
Comparing this with the given expression $\Phi = \alpha(B v L)$,we find $\alpha = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{\pi}$.
315
MediumMCQ
$A$ wire loop enclosing a semi-circle of radius $R$ is located on the boundary of a uniform magnetic field of induction $\vec{B}$. At time $t=0$,the loop is set into rotation with angular velocity $\omega$ about its axis $0$,coinciding with a line of vector $\vec{B}$ on the boundary as shown in the figure. The emf induced in the loop is
Question diagram
A
$\frac{B R^2}{2} \omega$
B
$B R \omega$
C
$B R^2 \omega$
D
$\frac{B R^2}{2 \omega}$

Solution

(A) The magnetic flux $\phi_B$ through the part of the loop inside the magnetic field is given by the area of the sector of the circle within the field multiplied by the magnetic field strength $B$.
Let $\theta$ be the angle of the sector inside the magnetic field at any time $t$. The area of this sector is $A = \frac{1}{2} R^2 \theta$.
The magnetic flux is $\phi_B = B A = B \left( \frac{1}{2} R^2 \theta \right)$.
According to Faraday's law of induction,the magnitude of the induced emf $\varepsilon$ is given by $\varepsilon = \left| \frac{d \phi_B}{dt} \right|$.
Since the loop rotates with angular velocity $\omega$,we have $\frac{d \theta}{dt} = \omega$.
Therefore,$\varepsilon = \left| \frac{d}{dt} \left( \frac{1}{2} B R^2 \theta \right) \right| = \frac{1}{2} B R^2 \left| \frac{d \theta}{dt} \right| = \frac{B R^2 \omega}{2}$.
316
MediumMCQ
$A$ circular coil of area $3 \times 10^{-2} \, m^2$, $900$ turns, and a resistance of $1.8 \, \Omega$ is placed with its plane perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field of $3.5 \times 10^{-5} \, T$. The current induced in the coil when it is rotated through $180^{\circ}$ in half a second is (in $ \, mA$)
A
$2.1$
B
$1.8$
C
$1.5$
D
$2.7$

Solution

(A) Given: Area $A = 3 \times 10^{-2} \, m^2$, Number of turns $N = 900$, Resistance $R = 1.8 \, \Omega$, Magnetic field $B = 3.5 \times 10^{-5} \, T$, Time $t = 0.5 \, s$.
Initial magnetic flux $\phi_i = N B A \cos(0^{\circ}) = N B A$.
Final magnetic flux $\phi_f = N B A \cos(180^{\circ}) = -N B A$.
Change in flux $\Delta \phi = \phi_f - \phi_i = -2 N B A$.
Induced $EMF$ $\varepsilon = -\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} = \frac{2 N B A}{t}$.
Induced current $I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R} = \frac{2 N B A}{R t}$.
Substituting the values: $I = \frac{2 \times 900 \times 3.5 \times 10^{-5} \times 3 \times 10^{-2}}{1.8 \times 0.5}$.
$I = \frac{1800 \times 10.5 \times 10^{-7}}{0.9} = 2000 \times 10.5 \times 10^{-7} = 21000 \times 10^{-7} = 2.1 \times 10^{-3} \, A = 2.1 \, mA$.
317
DifficultMCQ
$A$ rectangular loop of length $l$ and breadth $b$ is placed at a distance of $x$ from an infinitely long wire carrying current $i$ such that the direction of the current is parallel to the breadth of the loop. If the loop moves away from the current-carrying wire in a direction perpendicular to it with a velocity $v$,the magnitude of the induced emf in the loop is: ($\mu_0=$ permeability of free space)
A
$\frac{\mu_0 i v}{2 \pi x}\left(\frac{l+b}{b}\right)$
B
$\frac{\mu_0 i^2 v}{4 \pi^2 x} \log \left(\frac{b}{l}\right)$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 i l b v}{2 \pi x(l+x)}$
D
$\frac{\mu_0 i l b v}{2 \pi} \log \left(\frac{x+l}{x}\right)$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ at a distance $r$ from an infinitely long wire is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2 \pi r}$.
As the loop moves with velocity $v$,the motional emf is induced in the two vertical sides of length $b$.
For the side at distance $x$,the velocity is perpendicular to the magnetic field,so the induced emf is $e_1 = B_1 v b = \left(\frac{\mu_0 i}{2 \pi x}\right) v b$.
For the side at distance $(x+l)$,the induced emf is $e_2 = B_2 v b = \left(\frac{\mu_0 i}{2 \pi (x+l)}\right) v b$.
Since the loop is moving away,the emf induced in these two sides opposes each other in the loop circuit.
The net magnitude of the emf is $e = |e_1 - e_2| = \frac{\mu_0 i v b}{2 \pi} \left( \frac{1}{x} - \frac{1}{x+l} \right)$.
Simplifying the expression: $e = \frac{\mu_0 i v b}{2 \pi} \left( \frac{x+l-x}{x(x+l)} \right) = \frac{\mu_0 i l b v}{2 \pi x(x+l)}$.
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318
DifficultMCQ
Two parallel rails of a railway track, insulated from each other and from the ground, are connected to a millivoltmeter. The distance between the rails is $1 \, m$. $A$ train is travelling with a velocity of $72 \, km/h$ along the track. What is the reading of the millivoltmeter (in $mV$)? (The vertical component of the Earth's magnetic induction is $2 \times 10^{-5} \, T$.)
A
$1.44$
B
$0.72$
C
$0.4$
D
$0.2$

Solution

(C) The induced electromotive force $(e)$ across the axle of the train moving through the Earth's magnetic field is given by the formula: $e = Bvl$, where $B$ is the vertical component of the Earth's magnetic field, $v$ is the velocity of the train, and $l$ is the distance between the rails.
Given values:
$B = 2 \times 10^{-5} \, T$
$v = 72 \, km/h = 72 \times \frac{5}{18} \, m/s = 20 \, m/s$
$l = 1 \, m$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$e = (2 \times 10^{-5} \, T) \times (20 \, m/s) \times (1 \, m)$
$e = 40 \times 10^{-5} \, V$
$e = 4 \times 10^{-4} \, V$
To convert the result into millivolts $(mV)$, we multiply by $10^3$:
$e = 4 \times 10^{-4} \times 10^3 \, mV = 0.4 \, mV$.
Therefore, the reading of the millivoltmeter is $0.4 \, mV$.
319
MediumMCQ
$A$ train with an axle of length $1.66 \ m$ is moving towards north with a speed of $90 \ km/h$. If the vertical component of the earth's magnetic field is $0.2 \times 10^{-4} \ T$,the emf induced across the ends of the axle of the train is: (in $mV$)
A
$16.6$
B
$1.66$
C
$0.83$
D
$8.3$

Solution

(C) Given:
Length of the axle,$l = 1.66 \ m$
Speed of the train,$v = 90 \ km/h = 90 \times \frac{5}{18} \ m/s = 25 \ m/s$
Vertical component of the earth's magnetic field,$B_v = 0.2 \times 10^{-4} \ T$
The motional emf induced across the axle is given by the formula:
$e = B_v \cdot l \cdot v$
Substituting the values:
$e = (0.2 \times 10^{-4} \ T) \times (1.66 \ m) \times (25 \ m/s)$
$e = 0.2 \times 1.66 \times 25 \times 10^{-4} \ V$
$e = 8.3 \times 10^{-4} \ V$
$e = 0.83 \times 10^{-3} \ V = 0.83 \ mV$
320
DifficultMCQ
$A$ copper disc of radius $0.1 \ m$ rotates about an axis passing through its centre and perpendicular to its plane with $10 \ \text{revolutions per second}$ in a uniform transverse magnetic field of $0.1 \ T$. The emf induced across the radius of the disc is
A
$\frac{\pi}{10} \ V$
B
$\frac{2 \pi}{10} \ V$
C
$10 \pi \ mV$
D
$20 \pi \ mV$

Solution

(C) Consider a small radial segment of length $dx$ at a distance $x$ from the centre of the disc.
The velocity of this segment is $v = \omega x$.
The emf induced across this segment is given by $d\epsilon = B v dx = B \omega x dx$.
Integrating this from the centre $(x=0)$ to the rim $(x=r)$, the total emf induced across the radius is:
$\epsilon = \int_0^r B \omega x dx = \frac{1}{2} B \omega r^2$.
Given: $B = 0.1 \ T$, $f = 10 \ \text{rev/s}$, so $\omega = 2 \pi f = 20 \pi \ \text{rad/s}$, and $r = 0.1 \ m$.
Substituting the values:
$\epsilon = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.1 \times 20 \pi \times (0.1)^2$
$\epsilon = 0.1 \times 10 \pi \times 0.01$
$\epsilon = 0.01 \pi \ V = 10 \pi \ mV$.
321
MediumMCQ
$A$ metal disc of radius $30 \ cm$ rotates with a constant angular velocity $\omega = 100 \ rad/s$ about its axis. Find the magnitude of the potential difference between the centre and the rim of the disc if an external uniform magnetic field of induction $B = 4 \ mT$ is directed perpendicular to the disc. (in $mV$)
A
$15$
B
$18$
C
$22$
D
$20$

Solution

(B) Consider a small radial element of length $dr$ at a distance $r$ from the centre of the disc. As the disc rotates,this element moves perpendicular to the magnetic field $B$.
The motional electromotive force $(de)$ induced across this small element is given by $de = Bv \cdot dr$,where $v = r\omega$.
Substituting $v$,we get $de = B(r\omega)dr$.
To find the total potential difference $(e)$ between the centre $(r=0)$ and the rim $(r=R)$,we integrate the expression:
$e = \int_0^R B\omega r \, dr = B\omega \left[ \frac{r^2}{2} \right]_0^R = \frac{1}{2} B\omega R^2$.
Given values: $B = 4 \ mT = 4 \times 10^{-3} \ T$,$\omega = 100 \ rad/s$,and $R = 30 \ cm = 0.3 \ m$.
Substituting these values:
$e = \frac{1}{2} \times (4 \times 10^{-3}) \times 100 \times (0.3)^2$
$e = 2 \times 10^{-3} \times 100 \times 0.09$
$e = 0.2 \times 0.09 = 0.018 \ V = 18 \ mV$.
322
EasyMCQ
When a metal rod of length $l$ is placed in a magnetic field $B$ and moved with velocity $v$ perpendicular to the field,then the induced emf across its ends is
A
$B/v$
B
$\frac{Bl}{v}$
C
$\frac{v}{Bl}$
D
$Blv$

Solution

(D) The given situation is shown in the figure.
Consider a metal rod of length $l$ moving with velocity $v$ perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field $B$.
The distance covered by the rod in a small time interval $dt$ is $dx = v dt$.
The area swept by the rod in time $dt$ is $dA = l \cdot dx = l v dt$.
The magnetic flux linked with this area is $d\phi = B \cdot dA = B l v dt$.
According to Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction,the induced emf $\varepsilon$ is given by the rate of change of magnetic flux:
$\varepsilon = \frac{d\phi}{dt} = \frac{B l v dt}{dt} = Blv$.
Since the velocity is perpendicular to the magnetic field,the induced emf is $Blv$.
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323
MediumMCQ
$A$ rod of length $80 \ cm$ rotates about its midpoint with a frequency of $10 \ rev/s$. The potential difference (in volts) between the two ends of the rod due to a magnetic field $B = 0.5 \ T$ directed perpendicular to the rod is:
A
$\pi$
B
$1.6 \pi$
C
$2 \pi$
D
$0.8 \pi$

Solution

(B) Given: Frequency of revolution $f = 10 \ rev/s$,length of rod $L = 80 \ cm = 0.8 \ m$,and magnetic field $B = 0.5 \ T$.
The rod rotates about its midpoint. The induced $EMF$ across a rotating rod of length $l$ in a magnetic field $B$ with angular velocity $\omega$ is given by $\varepsilon = \frac{1}{2} B \omega l^2$.
Here,the rod is rotating about its center,so each half of the rod (length $r = L/2 = 0.4 \ m$) acts as a separate conductor moving in the magnetic field.
The induced $EMF$ across one half of the rod is $\varepsilon' = \frac{1}{2} B \omega r^2$.
Since $\omega = 2 \pi f = 2 \pi \times 10 = 20 \pi \ rad/s$,we have:
$\varepsilon' = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.5 \times (20 \pi) \times (0.4)^2 = 0.5 \times 10 \pi \times 0.16 = 0.8 \pi \ V$.
Since the two halves are connected in series with opposite polarities relative to the center,the potential difference between the two ends is $V = \varepsilon' + \varepsilon' = 2 \times 0.8 \pi = 1.6 \pi \ V$.
324
DifficultMCQ
$A$ conducting rod of length $L$ lies in the $XY$-plane and makes an angle $30^{\circ}$ with the $X$-axis. One end of the rod is initially at the origin. $A$ magnetic field exists in the region pointing along the positive $Z$-direction. The magnitude of the magnetic field varies with $y$ as $B = B_0 \left(\frac{y}{L}\right)^3$,where $B_0$ is a constant. At some instant,the rod starts moving with a velocity $v_0$ along the $X$-axis. The emf induced in the rod is
A
$\frac{B_0 v_0 L}{64}$
B
$\frac{B_0 v_0 L}{16}$
C
$B_0 v_0 L$
D
$64 B_0 v_0 L$

Solution

(A) The rod of length $L$ makes an angle $30^{\circ}$ with the $X$-axis. The projection of the rod along the $Y$-axis is $l = L \sin 30^{\circ} = \frac{L}{2}$.
Since the rod moves with velocity $v_0$ along the $X$-axis,the motional emf is induced due to the component of the rod perpendicular to the velocity vector. The effective length perpendicular to the velocity $v_0$ (which is along the $X$-axis) is the projection of the rod along the $Y$-axis.
Consider a small element of the rod of length $dy$ at a distance $y$ from the origin along the $Y$-axis. The magnetic field at this position is $B = B_0 \left(\frac{y}{L}\right)^3$.
The induced emf $dE$ across this small element is given by $dE = B v_0 dy$.
Substituting the expression for $B$:
$dE = B_0 \left(\frac{y}{L}\right)^3 v_0 dy = \frac{B_0 v_0}{L^3} y^3 dy$.
To find the total emf $E$ induced in the rod,we integrate $dE$ from $y = 0$ to $y = L/2$:
$E = \int_0^{L/2} \frac{B_0 v_0}{L^3} y^3 dy = \frac{B_0 v_0}{L^3} \left[ \frac{y^4}{4} \right]_0^{L/2}$.
$E = \frac{B_0 v_0}{L^3} \left( \frac{(L/2)^4}{4} - 0 \right) = \frac{B_0 v_0}{L^3} \left( \frac{L^4}{16 \cdot 4} \right) = \frac{B_0 v_0 L}{64}$.
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325
MediumMCQ
$A$ rectangular loop of wire is placed in the $XY$-plane with its side of length $3 \,cm$ parallel to the $X$-axis and the side of length $4 \,cm$ parallel to the $Y$-axis. It is moving in the positive $X$-direction with the speed $10 \,cm/s$. $A$ magnetic field exists in the space with its direction parallel to the $Z$-axis. The field decreases by $2 \times 10^{-3} \,T/cm$ along the positive $X$-axis and increases in time by $2 \times 10^{-2} \,T/s$. The induced emf in the wire is
A
$-4.8 \times 10^{-5} \,V$
B
$4.8 \times 10^{-5} \,V$
C
$0$
D
$3.6 \times 10^{-5} \,V$

Solution

$(C)$ The area of the loop is $A = 3 \,cm \times 4 \,cm = 12 \,cm^2 = 12 \times 10^{-4} \,m^2$.
The magnetic flux $\phi$ through the loop is $\phi = B \cdot A$.
The induced emf $\varepsilon$ is given by Faraday's law: $\varepsilon = -\frac{d\phi}{dt} = -A \frac{dB}{dt}$.
Since the loop is moving in a non-uniform magnetic field, the total rate of change of the magnetic field $B$ is given by the material derivative: $\frac{dB}{dt} = \frac{\partial B}{\partial t} + v \frac{\partial B}{\partial x}$.
Given:
$\frac{\partial B}{\partial t} = 2 \times 10^{-2} \,T/s$ (increase in time).
$\frac{\partial B}{\partial x} = -2 \times 10^{-3} \,T/cm = -0.2 \,T/m$ (decrease along $X$-axis).
$v = 10 \,cm/s = 0.1 \,m/s$.
Substituting these values:
$\frac{dB}{dt} = (2 \times 10^{-2}) + (0.1) \times (-0.2) = 0.02 - 0.02 = 0 \,T/s$.
Therefore, the induced emf $\varepsilon = -A \times 0 = 0 \,V$.
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326
MediumMCQ
$A$ wheel with radial metal spokes $1 \ m$ in length is rotated in a magnetic field of $0.5 \times 10^{-4} \ T$ normal to the plane of the wheel. If the induced emf between the rim and axle is $\pi / 3000 \ V$,then the rotational speed of the wheel in revolutions per minute is
A
$400$
B
$500$
C
$600$
D
$700$

Solution

(A) The induced emf $(e)$ between the rim and the axle of a rotating wheel is given by the formula: $e = \frac{1}{2} B \omega R^2$,where $B$ is the magnetic field,$\omega$ is the angular velocity,and $R$ is the length of the spoke.
Given: $R = 1 \ m$,$B = 0.5 \times 10^{-4} \ T$,and $e = \frac{\pi}{3000} \ V$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$\frac{\pi}{3000} = \frac{1}{2} \times (0.5 \times 10^{-4}) \times \omega \times (1)^2$
$\omega = \frac{2 \times \pi}{3000 \times 0.5 \times 10^{-4}} = \frac{2 \pi}{1.5 \times 10^{-1}} = \frac{4 \pi}{3} \times 10^3 \ rad/s$.
The rotational speed in revolutions per minute $(N)$ is related to angular velocity by $\omega = 2 \pi n$,where $n$ is the frequency in revolutions per second. Thus,$N = n \times 60 = \frac{\omega}{2 \pi} \times 60$.
$N = \frac{4 \pi \times 1000}{3 \times 2 \pi} \times 60 = \frac{2000}{3} \times 60 = 400 \ rpm$.
327
DifficultMCQ
Consider a metal ball of radius $r$ moving at a constant velocity $v$ in a uniform magnetic field of induction $\vec{B}$. Assuming that the direction of velocity forms an angle $\alpha$ with the direction of $\vec{B}$,the maximum potential difference between points on the ball is
A
$r|\vec{B}||\vec{v}| \sin \alpha$
B
$|\vec{B}||\vec{v}| \sin \alpha$
C
$2r|\vec{B}||\vec{v}| \sin \alpha$
D
$2r|\vec{B}||\vec{v}| \cos \alpha$

Solution

(C) The motional electromotive force $(EMF)$ induced in a conductor moving through a magnetic field is given by the formula $e = \int (\vec{v} \times \vec{B}) \cdot d\vec{l}$.
For a metal ball of radius $r$,the effective length $l$ between the points of maximum potential difference is the diameter of the ball,which is $l = 2r$.
The induced $EMF$ is given by $e = B v l \sin \alpha$,where $\alpha$ is the angle between the velocity vector $\vec{v}$ and the magnetic field vector $\vec{B}$.
Substituting $l = 2r$ into the formula,we get $e = B v (2r) \sin \alpha$.
Therefore,the maximum potential difference is $2r|\vec{B}||\vec{v}| \sin \alpha$.
328
DifficultMCQ
$A$ straight conductor of length $4 \,m$ moves at a speed of $10 \,m/s$. When the conductor makes an angle of $30^{\circ}$ with the direction of a magnetic field of induction $0.1 \,Wb/m^2$, the induced emf is: (in $\,V$)
A
$8$
B
$4$
C
$1$
D
$2$

Solution

(D) The induced electromotive force (emf) in a moving conductor is given by the formula:
$e = B v l \sin \theta$
Where:
$B = 0.1 \,Wb/m^2$ (Magnetic field induction)
$v = 10 \,m/s$ (Speed of the conductor)
$l = 4 \,m$ (Length of the conductor)
$\theta = 30^{\circ}$ (Angle between the conductor and the magnetic field)
Substituting the values into the formula:
$e = 0.1 \times 10 \times 4 \times \sin(30^{\circ})$
Since $\sin(30^{\circ}) = 0.5$:
$e = 0.1 \times 10 \times 4 \times 0.5$
$e = 1 \times 4 \times 0.5 = 2 \,V$
Therefore, the induced emf is $2 \,V$.
329
EasyMCQ
$A$ coil has $1000$ turns and $500 \text{ cm}^2$ as its area. The plane of the coil is placed at right angles to a magnetic induction field of $2 \times 10^{-5} \text{ Wb/m}^2$. The coil is rotated through $180^{\circ}$ in $0.2 \text{ s}$. The average emf induced in the coil,in $\text{mV}$,is
A
$(a)$ $5$
B
$(b)$ $10$
C
$(c)$ $15$
D
$(d)$ $20$

Solution

(B) Given: $N = 1000$,$A = 500 \text{ cm}^2 = 500 \times 10^{-4} \text{ m}^2 = 5 \times 10^{-2} \text{ m}^2$,$B = 2 \times 10^{-5} \text{ Wb/m}^2$,$\Delta t = 0.2 \text{ s}$.
Since the plane of the coil is perpendicular to the magnetic field,the angle between the area vector and the magnetic field is $\theta_1 = 0^{\circ}$.
Initial magnetic flux linked with the coil: $\phi_1 = N B A \cos 0^{\circ} = N B A$.
After rotating the coil by $180^{\circ}$,the new angle is $\theta_2 = 180^{\circ}$.
Final magnetic flux: $\phi_2 = N B A \cos 180^{\circ} = -N B A$.
Change in flux: $\Delta \phi = \phi_2 - \phi_1 = -N B A - N B A = -2 N B A$.
The average induced emf is given by: $e = -\frac{\Delta \phi}{\Delta t} = -\frac{-2 N B A}{\Delta t} = \frac{2 N B A}{\Delta t}$.
Substituting the values: $e = \frac{2 \times 1000 \times 2 \times 10^{-5} \times 5 \times 10^{-2}}{0.2} = \frac{2 \times 10^3 \times 10 \times 10^{-7}}{0.2} = \frac{2 \times 10^{-3}}{0.2} = 10 \times 10^{-3} \text{ V} = 10 \text{ mV}$.
330
DifficultMCQ
$A$ conducting rod of length $L$ rotates with angular speed $\omega$ in a uniform magnetic field of induction $B$ which is perpendicular to its motion. The induced emf developed between the two ends of the rod is
A
$\frac{B L^2 \omega}{4}$
B
$\frac{B L^2 \omega}{2}$
C
$B L^2 \omega$
D
$2 B L^2 \omega$

Solution

(B) Consider a small element of length $dr$ at a distance $r$ from the axis of rotation.
The velocity of this element is $v = r\omega$.
The induced emf $de$ across this small element is given by $de = B v dr = B (r\omega) dr$.
To find the total induced emf $e$ between the center and one end of the rod (length $L/2$),we integrate from $r = 0$ to $r = L/2$:
$e = \int_{0}^{L/2} B \omega r dr = B \omega \left[ \frac{r^2}{2} \right]_{0}^{L/2} = B \omega \frac{(L/2)^2}{2} = \frac{B \omega L^2}{8}$.
Since the rod rotates about its center,there are two such segments of length $L/2$ on either side of the axis,but they are connected in parallel. Thus,the potential difference between the two ends is the same as the emf induced in one segment of length $L/2$,which is $\frac{B \omega L^2}{8}$.
Wait,if the question implies the rod is rotating about one end,the answer is $\frac{B \omega L^2}{2}$. Given the options and the standard interpretation of a rod of length $L$ rotating about its center,the potential difference between the two ends is $0$ because the emfs induced in the two halves cancel out. However,if the question asks for the emf between the center and one end,it is $\frac{B \omega L^2}{8}$. Looking at the provided options,it is highly likely the question assumes rotation about one end of a rod of length $L$. For a rod of length $L$ rotating about one end,$e = \int_{0}^{L} B \omega r dr = \frac{1}{2} B \omega L^2$.
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331
MediumMCQ
$A$ conducting rod is moving towards the right with a velocity '$V$' in a uniform magnetic field '$B$'. If the direction of the induced current '$i$' is as shown in the figure,then the direction of '$B$' is:
Question diagram
A
in the plane of the paper towards right
B
in the plane of the paper towards left
C
perpendicular to the plane of the paper and into the paper
D
perpendicular to the plane of the paper and out of the paper

Solution

(C) The force on a charge '$q$' moving with velocity '$V$' in a magnetic field '$B$' is given by the Lorentz force formula: $\vec{F} = q(\vec{V} \times \vec{B})$.
For a conducting rod,the positive charge carriers (holes) experience a force in the direction of the induced current '$i$'.
In the given figure,the velocity '$V$' is towards the right and the current '$i$' is upwards.
Using the right-hand rule for the cross product $\vec{V} \times \vec{B}$:
If we point our fingers in the direction of '$V$' (right) and curl them towards the direction of '$B$' (into the paper),the thumb points upwards,which is the direction of the current '$i$'.
Therefore,the magnetic field '$B$' must be perpendicular to the plane of the paper and directed into the paper.
332
MediumMCQ
$A$ metal disc of radius $a = 10 \ cm$ rotates with a constant angular speed of $\omega = 200 \ rad \ s^{-1}$ about its axis. The potential difference between the centre and the rim of the disc under a uniform magnetic field $B = 5 \ mT$ directed perpendicular to the disc is: (in $mV$)
A
$2$
B
$5$
C
$10$
D
$15$

Solution

(B) The induced electromotive force $(emf)$ due to a rotating metallic disc in a uniform magnetic field $B$ is given by the expression:
$e = \frac{1}{2} B \omega a^2$
where $\omega$ is the angular speed and $a$ is the radius of the disc.
Given values:
Radius $a = 10 \ cm = 0.1 \ m$
Angular speed $\omega = 200 \ rad \ s^{-1}$
Magnetic field $B = 5 \ mT = 5 \times 10^{-3} \ T$
Substituting these values into the expression:
$e = \frac{1}{2} \times (5 \times 10^{-3} \ T) \times (200 \ rad \ s^{-1}) \times (0.1 \ m)^2$
$e = \frac{1}{2} \times 5 \times 10^{-3} \times 200 \times 0.01$
$e = 0.5 \times 10^{-3} \times 10 = 5 \times 10^{-3} \ V = 5 \ mV$
Thus,the potential difference is $5 \ mV$.
333
MediumMCQ
$A$ boy is playing with the empty rim of a cycle wheel of radius $40 \, cm$ by rolling it along a horizontal road towards north with an angular speed of $20 \, rad \, s^{-1}$. Considering the effect of the magnetic field of the Earth, the e.m.f. induced in the rim is (Horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field $= 0.26 \, G$)
A
Zero
B
$2 \, \mu V$
C
$2.4 \, mV$
D
$3 \, V$

Solution

(A) The radius of the rim is $R = 40 \, cm = 0.4 \, m$. The angular speed is $\omega = 20 \, rad \, s^{-1}$.
When a metal rim rolls on a horizontal surface, the velocity of the center of mass is $v = R\omega = 0.4 \times 20 = 8 \, m/s$.
The induced e.m.f. in a conductor moving in a magnetic field is given by $\varepsilon = \int (\vec{v} \times \vec{B}) \cdot d\vec{l}$.
For a rolling rim, the net flux through the loop does not change, or alternatively, the motional e.m.f. generated across the diameter moving through the Earth's magnetic field cancels out due to symmetry.
Specifically, for a rim rolling along the North-South direction, the vertical component of the Earth's magnetic field $(B_V)$ is perpendicular to the plane of the rim, but since the rim is moving in its own plane, no flux is cut by the rim itself.
The horizontal component $(B_H)$ is parallel to the ground. As the rim rolls, the induced e.m.f. across any diameter is zero because the potential difference generated in one half of the rim is exactly balanced by the other half.
Therefore, the net induced e.m.f. in the rim is $0$.
334
DifficultMCQ
If the vertical component of the Earth's magnetic field is $0.5 \times 10^{-4} \,T$ at a point,and an aeroplane with a wing span of $4 \,m$ is moving horizontally at this place at $360 \,km/h$,then the motional emf induced across the ends of the wings is:
A
$20 \times 10^{-4} \,V$
B
$20 \times 10^{-2} \,V$
C
$20 \times 10^{-3} \,V$
D
$2 \times 10^{-4} \,V$

Solution

(C) Given: Vertical component of Earth's magnetic field,$B_v = 0.5 \times 10^{-4} \,T$.
Wing span (length),$\ell = 4 \,m$.
Velocity,$v = 360 \,km/h = 360 \times \frac{5}{18} = 100 \,m/s$.
The motional emf $(\varepsilon)$ induced across the wings is given by the formula:
$\varepsilon = B_v \cdot v \cdot \ell$
Substituting the values:
$\varepsilon = (0.5 \times 10^{-4}) \times 100 \times 4$
$\varepsilon = 0.5 \times 10^{-4} \times 400$
$\varepsilon = 200 \times 10^{-4} \,V$
$\varepsilon = 20 \times 10^{-3} \,V$.
335
MediumMCQ
An aeroplane is travelling horizontally towards west with a speed of $540 \,km/h$. The wing span of the plane is $20 \,m$. If the horizontal component of the earth's magnetic field at the location is $2.5 \sqrt{3} \times 10^{-4} \,T$ and the dip angle is $30^{\circ}$,the potential difference developed between the ends of the wing is (in $\,V$)
A
$1$
B
$1.5$
C
$0.75$
D
$0.5$

Solution

(C) The speed of the aeroplane is $v = 540 \,km/h = 540 \times \frac{5}{18} \,m/s = 150 \,m/s$.
The wing span is $l = 20 \,m$.
The horizontal component of the Earth's magnetic field is $B_H = 2.5 \sqrt{3} \times 10^{-4} \,T$.
The dip angle is $\delta = 30^{\circ}$.
The vertical component of the Earth's magnetic field is $B_V = B_H \tan \delta = (2.5 \sqrt{3} \times 10^{-4}) \times \tan 30^{\circ} = 2.5 \sqrt{3} \times 10^{-4} \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} = 2.5 \times 10^{-4} \,T$.
The potential difference (motional $EMF$) induced across the wings is given by $E = B_V \cdot l \cdot v$.
Substituting the values: $E = (2.5 \times 10^{-4} \,T) \times (20 \,m) \times (150 \,m/s)$.
$E = 2.5 \times 10^{-4} \times 3000 = 7500 \times 10^{-4} = 0.75 \,V$.
336
DifficultMCQ
$A$ wheel of $20$ metallic spokes,each $40 \text{ cm}$ long,is rotated with a speed of $180 \text{ rev/min}$ in a plane normal to the horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field $H_{e}$ at a place. If $H_{e} = 0.4 \text{ G}$ at that place,the induced emf between the axle and the rim of the wheel is:
A
$192 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ V}$
B
$256 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ V}$
C
$148 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ V}$
D
$110 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ V}$

Solution

(A) The induced emf $(e)$ across a single spoke of length $L$ rotating with angular velocity $\omega$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by the formula: $e = \frac{1}{2} B \omega L^2$.
Given:
$B = H_{e} = 0.4 \text{ G} = 0.4 \times 10^{-4} \text{ T}$.
$L = 40 \text{ cm} = 0.4 \text{ m}$.
Frequency $f = 180 \text{ rev/min} = \frac{180}{60} \text{ rev/s} = 3 \text{ Hz}$.
Angular velocity $\omega = 2 \pi f = 2 \pi \times 3 = 6 \pi \text{ rad/s}$.
Substituting these values:
$e = \frac{1}{2} \times (0.4 \times 10^{-4}) \times (6 \pi) \times (0.4)^2$.
$e = 0.2 \times 10^{-4} \times 6 \pi \times 0.16$.
$e = 1.2 \pi \times 10^{-4} \times 0.16 = 0.192 \pi \times 10^{-4} \text{ V}$.
$e = 192 \pi \times 10^{-7} \text{ V}$.
Since all spokes are connected in parallel between the axle and the rim,the total induced emf remains the same as that of a single spoke.
337
EasyMCQ
Two straight conducting rails form a right angle as shown below. $A$ conducting bar in contact with the rails starts at the vertex at time $t=0$ and moves with a constant velocity of $v=5 \ m \ s^{-1}$ along them. $A$ magnetic field with $B=0.1 \ T$ is directed out of the page. The absolute value of the emf induced in the circuit at time $t=4 \ s$ will be (in $V$)?
Question diagram
A
$10$
B
$15$
C
$20$
D
$30$

Solution

(C) Given: Velocity of the conducting bar $v=5 \ m \ s^{-1}$,Magnetic field $B=0.1 \ T$.
At time $t=4 \ s$,the distance of the bar from the vertex is $x = v \times t = 5 \times 4 = 20 \ m$.
Since the rails form a right angle $(90^{\circ})$,the triangle formed by the rails and the bar is an isosceles right-angled triangle.
The length of the bar $l$ in contact with the rails is $l = 2 \times x \tan(45^{\circ}) = 2 \times 20 \times 1 = 40 \ m$.
The induced emf is given by $e = B \times v \times l$.
Substituting the values: $e = 0.1 \times 5 \times 40 = 20 \ V$.
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338
EasyMCQ
Two straight conducting plates form an angle $\theta$ where their ends are joined. $A$ conducting bar in contact with the plates and forming an isosceles triangle with them starts at the vertex at time $t=0$ and moves with constant velocity $\vec{v}$ to the right as shown in the figure. $A$ magnetic field $\vec{B}$ points out of the page. The magnitude of the emf induced at $t=1 \text{ s}$ will be
Question diagram
A
$Bv \tan \frac{\theta}{2}$
B
$Bv^2 \tan \frac{\theta}{2}$
C
$2 Bv^2 \tan \frac{\theta}{2}$
D
$2 Bv^2 \sin \frac{\theta}{2}$

Solution

(C) Let the distance of the bar from the vertex at time $t$ be $x = vt$.
In the isosceles triangle formed by the plates and the bar,the length of the bar $\ell$ can be calculated using trigonometry.
Considering the right-angled triangle formed by the bisector of the angle $\theta$,we have:
$\frac{\ell/2}{x} = \tan \frac{\theta}{2}$
$\ell = 2x \tan \frac{\theta}{2} = 2vt \tan \frac{\theta}{2}$.
The motional emf induced in a conductor of length $\ell$ moving with velocity $v$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by $\varepsilon = B \ell v$.
Substituting the value of $\ell$ at $t = 1 \text{ s}$:
$\ell = 2v(1) \tan \frac{\theta}{2} = 2v \tan \frac{\theta}{2}$.
Therefore,the induced emf is:
$\varepsilon = B(2v \tan \frac{\theta}{2})v = 2Bv^2 \tan \frac{\theta}{2}$.
339
MediumMCQ
As shown in the figure,a rectangular loop of a conducting wire is moving away with a constant velocity $v$ in a perpendicular direction from a very long straight conductor carrying a steady current $I$. When the breadth of the rectangular loop is very small compared to its distance from the straight conductor,how does the emf $E$ induced in the loop vary with time $t$?
Question diagram
A
$E \propto \frac{1}{t^{2}}$
B
$E \propto \frac{1}{t}$
C
$E \propto -\ln(t)$
D
$E \propto \frac{1}{t^{3}}$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field $B$ at a distance $y$ from a long straight wire carrying current $I$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_{0} I}{2 \pi y}$.
Let the loop have length $l$ and breadth $b$. The loop moves with velocity $v$ away from the wire. Let $y$ be the distance of the inner edge of the loop from the wire at $t=0$. At time $t$,the distance is $y(t) = y_0 + vt$.
Since the breadth $b$ is very small $(b \ll y)$,the magnetic field across the loop can be approximated as uniform,and the induced emf $E$ is given by the difference in motional emf across the two sides of length $l$:
$E = E_1 - E_2 = v l (B_1 - B_2) = v l \left( \frac{\mu_{0} I}{2 \pi y} - \frac{\mu_{0} I}{2 \pi (y+b)} \right)$
$E = \frac{\mu_{0} I v l}{2 \pi} \left( \frac{y+b-y}{y(y+b)} \right) = \frac{\mu_{0} I v l b}{2 \pi y(y+b)}$
Since $b \ll y$,we have $y+b \approx y$,so $E \approx \frac{\mu_{0} I v l b}{2 \pi y^2}$.
Since $y = y_0 + vt$,for large $t$,$y \approx vt$. Thus,$E \propto \frac{1}{(vt)^2} \propto \frac{1}{t^2}$.
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340
EasyMCQ
$A$ very small circular loop of radius $a$ is initially (at $t=0$) coplanar and concentric with a much larger fixed circular loop of radius $b$. $A$ constant current $I$ flows in the larger loop. The smaller loop is rotated with a constant angular speed $\omega$ about the common diameter. The emf induced in the smaller loop as a function of time $t$ is
A
$\frac{\pi a^{2} \mu_{0} I}{2 b} \omega \cos (\omega t)$
B
$\frac{\pi a^{2} \mu_{0} I}{2 b} \omega \sin (\omega^{2} t^{2})$
C
$\frac{\pi a^{2} \mu_{0} I}{2 b} \omega \sin (\omega t)$
D
$\frac{\pi a^{2} \mu_{0} I}{2 b} \omega \sin^{2} (\omega t)$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ at the center of the large loop of radius $b$ carrying current $I$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_{0} I}{2 b}$.
Since the smaller loop of radius $a$ is very small,we assume the magnetic field is uniform over its area $A = \pi a^{2}$.
The magnetic flux $\phi$ through the smaller loop at time $t$ is $\phi = B A \cos(\theta)$,where $\theta = \omega t$ is the angle between the area vector of the small loop and the magnetic field.
$\phi = \left( \frac{\mu_{0} I}{2 b} \right) (\pi a^{2}) \cos(\omega t)$.
According to Faraday's law,the induced emf $\varepsilon$ is $\varepsilon = -\frac{d\phi}{dt}$.
$\varepsilon = -\frac{d}{dt} \left[ \frac{\mu_{0} I \pi a^{2}}{2 b} \cos(\omega t) \right]$.
$\varepsilon = -\frac{\mu_{0} I \pi a^{2}}{2 b} (-\omega \sin(\omega t)) = \frac{\pi a^{2} \mu_{0} I}{2 b} \omega \sin(\omega t)$.
341
DifficultMCQ
As shown in the figure,a rectangular loop of length 'a' and width 'b',made of a conducting material of uniform cross-section,is kept in a horizontal plane where a uniform magnetic field of intensity $B$ is acting vertically downward. The resistance per unit length of the loop is $\lambda \Omega/m$. If the loop is pulled with a uniform velocity 'v' in the horizontal direction,which of the following statements is/are true?
Question diagram
A
Current in the loop $I = \frac{Bbv}{\lambda(2b + 2a)}$
B
Current will be in the clockwise direction,looking from the top.
C
$V_P - V_S = V_Q - V_R$,where $V$ is the potential.
D
There cannot be any induction in part $SR$.

Solution

(A, B, D) The motional electromotive force $(EMF)$ induced in the loop is $\varepsilon = B \times b \times v$,acting only across the segment $PS$ which is moving through the magnetic field.
The total resistance of the loop is $R_{\text{total}} = \lambda(2b + 2a)$.
The induced current is $I = \frac{\varepsilon}{R_{\text{total}}} = \frac{Bbv}{\lambda(2b + 2a)}$.
Using Lenz's Law,the magnetic flux into the page is decreasing as the loop moves out,so the induced current will be in the clockwise direction to oppose this change.
For part $SR$,the length vector $\vec{\ell}$ is parallel to the velocity vector $\vec{v}$,so the induced $EMF$ $\varepsilon = \vec{v} \times \vec{B} \cdot \vec{\ell} = 0$. Thus,no induction occurs in part $SR$.
Therefore,statements $A$,$B$,and $D$ are correct.
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342
EasyMCQ
$A$ straight conductor $0.1 \ m$ long moves in a uniform magnetic field of $0.1 \ T$. The velocity of the conductor is $15 \ m/s$ and is directed perpendicular to the field. The emf induced between the two ends of the conductor is: (in $V$)
A
$0.10$
B
$0.15$
C
$1.50$
D
$15.00$

Solution

(B) Given:
Length of the conductor,$l = 0.1 \ m$
Magnetic field,$B = 0.1 \ T$
Velocity of the conductor,$v = 15 \ m/s$
The angle between the velocity vector $v$ and the magnetic field $B$ is $\theta = 90^{\circ}$.
When a conductor moves perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field,the motional emf induced is given by the formula:
$\varepsilon = B \cdot l \cdot v \cdot \sin(\theta)$
Substituting the given values:
$\varepsilon = 0.1 \times 0.1 \times 15 \times \sin(90^{\circ})$
Since $\sin(90^{\circ}) = 1$:
$\varepsilon = 0.01 \times 15 = 0.15 \ V$
Therefore,the induced emf is $0.15 \ V$.
343
MediumMCQ
$A$ conducting circular loop is rotated about its diameter at a constant angular speed of $100 \ rad/s$ in a magnetic field of $0.5 \ T$ perpendicular to the axis of rotation. When the loop is rotated by $30^{\circ}$ from the horizontal position,the induced $EMF$ is $15.4 \ mV$. The radius of the loop is . . . . . . $mm$. (Take $\pi = 22/7$)
A
$7$
B
$14$
C
$21$
D
$28$

Solution

(B) The induced $EMF$ in a rotating loop is given by $E = B A \omega \sin(\theta)$,where $\theta = \omega t$ is the angle between the area vector and the magnetic field.
Given: $B = 0.5 \ T$,$\omega = 100 \ rad/s$,$E = 15.4 \ mV = 15.4 \times 10^{-3} \ V$,and $\theta = 30^{\circ}$.
The area of the circular loop is $A = \pi r^2$.
Substituting the values into the formula: $15.4 \times 10^{-3} = 0.5 \times (\pi r^2) \times 100 \times \sin(30^{\circ})$.
Since $\sin(30^{\circ}) = 0.5$,we have: $15.4 \times 10^{-3} = 0.5 \times \pi r^2 \times 100 \times 0.5$.
$15.4 \times 10^{-3} = 25 \times \pi r^2$.
Using $\pi = 22/7$: $15.4 \times 10^{-3} = 25 \times (22/7) \times r^2$.
$r^2 = \frac{15.4 \times 10^{-3} \times 7}{25 \times 22} = \frac{107.8 \times 10^{-3}}{550} = 0.196 \times 10^{-3} = 196 \times 10^{-6} \ m^2$.
$r = \sqrt{196 \times 10^{-6}} = 14 \times 10^{-3} \ m = 14 \ mm$.
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MediumMCQ
$A$ simple pendulum made of a mass of $10 \ g$ and a metallic wire of length $10 \ cm$ is suspended vertically in a uniform magnetic field of $2 \ T$. The magnetic field direction is perpendicular to the plane of oscillations of the pendulum. If the pendulum is released from an angle of $60^{\circ}$ with the vertical,then the maximum induced $EMF$ between the point of suspension and the point of oscillation is . . . . . . $mV$. (Take $g = 10 \ m/s^2$)
A
$50$
B
$100$
C
$150$
D
$200$

Solution

(B) The induced $EMF$ in a rotating rod of length $\ell$ with angular velocity $\omega$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by $\varepsilon = \frac{B \omega \ell^2}{2}$.
To find the maximum angular velocity $\omega_{\max}$,we use the principle of conservation of energy.
The potential energy at the release angle $\theta = 60^{\circ}$ is converted into kinetic energy at the lowest point.
$mg\ell(1 - \cos 60^{\circ}) = \frac{1}{2} I \omega_{\max}^2$,where $I = m\ell^2$.
$mg\ell(1 - 0.5) = \frac{1}{2} m\ell^2 \omega_{\max}^2$.
$g(0.5) = \frac{1}{2} \ell \omega_{\max}^2$.
$\omega_{\max} = \sqrt{\frac{g}{\ell}} = \sqrt{\frac{10}{0.1}} = \sqrt{100} = 10 \ rad/s$.
Now,substitute the values into the $EMF$ formula:
$\varepsilon_{\max} = \frac{2 \times 10 \times (0.1)^2}{2} = 10 \times 0.01 = 0.1 \ V$.
Converting to $mV$: $0.1 \ V = 100 \ mV$.

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