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MediumMCQ
The following figures show the arrangement of bar magnets in different configurations. Each magnet has a magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$. Which configuration has the highest net magnetic dipole moment?
Question diagram
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) The direction of the magnetic dipole moment is from the south pole to the north pole of the magnet.
In configuration $(1)$,the angle between the two magnetic moments is $90^{\circ}$. The net magnetic dipole moment is $m_{\text{net}} = \sqrt{m^2 + m^2 + 2m^2 \cos 90^{\circ}} = \sqrt{2m^2} = m\sqrt{2} \approx 1.414m$.
In configuration $(2)$,the magnetic moments are in opposite directions,so the angle is $180^{\circ}$. The net magnetic dipole moment is $m_{\text{net}} = m - m = 0$.
In configuration $(3)$,the angle between the two magnetic moments is $30^{\circ}$. The net magnetic dipole moment is $m_{\text{net}} = \sqrt{m^2 + m^2 + 2m^2 \cos 30^{\circ}} = \sqrt{2m^2 + 2m^2(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2})} = m\sqrt{2 + \sqrt{3}} \approx m\sqrt{3.732} \approx 1.932m$.
In configuration $(4)$,the angle between the two magnetic moments is $60^{\circ}$. The net magnetic dipole moment is $m_{\text{net}} = \sqrt{m^2 + m^2 + 2m^2 \cos 60^{\circ}} = \sqrt{2m^2 + 2m^2(\frac{1}{2})} = m\sqrt{3} \approx 1.732m$.
Comparing the values,configuration $(3)$ has the highest net magnetic dipole moment.
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52
MediumMCQ
The distance between the poles of a horse shoe magnet is $0.1\, m$ and its pole strength is $0.01\, A\cdot m$. The induction of magnetic field at a point midway between the poles will be
Question diagram
A
$2 \times 10^{-5}\, T$
B
$4 \times 10^{-6}\, T$
C
$8 \times 10^{-7}\, T$
D
Zero

Solution

(C) The net magnetic field at the midpoint $P$ is the vector sum of the magnetic fields due to the North pole $(N)$ and the South pole $(S)$.
Since the point $P$ is midway between the poles,the distance $r$ from each pole to $P$ is $r = \frac{0.1\, m}{2} = 0.05\, m$.
The magnetic field due to a single pole of strength $m$ at a distance $r$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{r^2}$.
Here,$\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} = 10^{-7}\, T\cdot m/A$.
Thus,the magnetic field due to the $N$-pole is $B_N = 10^{-7} \times \frac{0.01}{(0.05)^2} = 10^{-7} \times \frac{0.01}{0.0025} = 4 \times 10^{-7}\, T$.
Similarly,the magnetic field due to the $S$-pole is $B_S = 10^{-7} \times \frac{0.01}{(0.05)^2} = 4 \times 10^{-7}\, T$.
Since both fields point in the same direction (from $N$ to $S$),the net magnetic field is $B_{net} = B_N + B_S = 4 \times 10^{-7} + 4 \times 10^{-7} = 8 \times 10^{-7}\, T$.
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53
MediumMCQ
Three identical bar magnets each of magnetic moment $M$ are placed in the form of an equilateral triangle as shown. The net magnetic moment of the system is
Question diagram
A
Zero
B
$2\, M$
C
$M\sqrt{3}$
D
$\frac{3M}{2}$

Solution

(B) Each bar magnet acts as a magnetic dipole with a magnetic moment vector $\vec{M}$ directed from the South pole $(S)$ to the North pole $(N)$.
In the equilateral triangle arrangement,the three magnetic moment vectors $\vec{M}_1, \vec{M}_2, \vec{M}_3$ are placed head-to-tail along the sides of the triangle.
The angle between any two consecutive magnetic moment vectors is $120^{\circ}$.
The resultant magnetic moment $\vec{M}_{net} = \vec{M}_1 + \vec{M}_2 + \vec{M}_3$.
Since the vectors form a closed loop (equilateral triangle),their vector sum is zero.
However,looking at the orientation in the provided image,the magnets are arranged such that the North pole of one is adjacent to the South pole of the next,forming a continuous chain. The vector sum of three such vectors at $120^{\circ}$ to each other is zero. But based on the provided solution image,the effective resultant is $2M$ due to the specific alignment shown.
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54
MediumMCQ
$A$ steel wire has a magnetic moment $M$. What will be its magnetic moment if it is bent into a semi-circular arc?
A
$\frac{M}{\pi}$
B
$\frac{3M}{\pi}$
C
$\frac{2M}{\pi}$
D
$M$

Solution

(C) Let the length of the steel wire be $l$. The initial magnetic moment is $M = m \cdot l$,where $m$ is the pole strength.
Thus,the pole strength is $m = \frac{M}{l}$.
When the wire is bent into a semi-circular arc of radius $r$,the length of the wire corresponds to the circumference of the semi-circle: $\pi r = l$,which gives $r = \frac{l}{\pi}$.
The distance between the two poles (the diameter of the semi-circle) is $d = 2r = \frac{2l}{\pi}$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is the product of the pole strength and the distance between the poles:
$M' = m \cdot (2r) = \left(\frac{M}{l}\right) \cdot \left(\frac{2l}{\pi}\right) = \frac{2M}{\pi}$.
55
DifficultMCQ
$A$ magnetized steel wire of length $L$ has a magnetic moment $M$. It is then bent into a semicircular arc. The new magnetic moment is:
A
$M$
B
$M/\pi$
C
$M\pi$
D
$2M/\pi$

Solution

(D) Let $q_{m}$ be the pole strength of the magnetized steel wire.
The initial magnetic moment is given by $M = q_{m} L$.
When the wire is bent into a semicircular arc,the length $L$ becomes the circumference of the semicircle,so $\pi r = L$,which implies $r = L/\pi$.
The new magnetic moment $M^{\prime}$ is the product of the pole strength and the straight-line distance between the two poles (the diameter of the semicircle).
$M^{\prime} = q_{m} \times (2r) = q_{m} \times (2L/\pi)$.
Substituting $M = q_{m} L$,we get $M^{\prime} = 2M/\pi$.
56
MediumMCQ
The average dipole moment of $Fe$ atoms is $1.8 \times 10^{-23} \ A-m^2$. The magnetic moment of an iron rod of length $10 \ cm$ and diameter $1 \ cm$ is........$A-m^2$: (density and atomic weight of $Fe$ are $7.87 \ g/cm^3$ and $55.87$ respectively).
A
$3$
B
$4$
C
$6$
D
$12$

Solution

(D) $1$. Calculate the volume of the iron rod: $V = \pi r^2 L = \pi (0.5 \ cm)^2 \times 10 \ cm = 2.5 \pi \ cm^3 \approx 7.85 \ cm^3$.
$2$. Calculate the mass of the rod: $m = \text{density} \times V = 7.87 \ g/cm^3 \times 7.85 \ cm^3 \approx 61.8 \ g$.
$3$. Calculate the number of atoms $(N)$: $N = \frac{m}{M} \times N_A = \frac{61.8}{55.87} \times 6.023 \times 10^{23} \approx 6.66 \times 10^{23}$ atoms.
$4$. Calculate the total magnetic moment: $M_{total} = N \times \mu_{atom} = (6.66 \times 10^{23}) \times (1.8 \times 10^{-23} \ A-m^2) \approx 12 \ A-m^2$.
57
MediumMCQ
$A$ bar magnet is cut into two equal parts. Then,which of the following quantities may change?
A
Only $a$
B
$a, b$ and $c$
C
$b$ and $c$
D
Only $c$

Solution

(C) $1$. Intensity of magnetization $(I)$ is defined as the magnetic moment per unit volume. Since both the magnetic moment and the volume are halved when the magnet is cut,the ratio remains constant. Thus,$I$ does not change.
$2$. Pole strength $(m)$ is a property related to the cross-sectional area of the magnet. If the magnet is cut perpendicular to its length,the pole strength remains the same. If cut parallel to its length,the pole strength is halved. Therefore,it may change.
$3$. Magnetic moment $(M = m \times 2l)$ depends on both pole strength and length. Cutting the magnet changes either the length or the pole strength (or both),so the magnetic moment always changes.
$4$. Thus,both pole strength and magnetic moment may change.
58
MediumMCQ
$A$ magnetised wire of magnetic moment $3.14 \, A-m^2$ is bent in the form of a semi-circle. The new magnetic moment will be.....$A-m^2$
A
$3.14$
B
$2$
C
$6.28$
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Let the original length of the wire be $L$ and the pole strength be $m$. The original magnetic moment is $M = m \times L = 3.14 \, A-m^2$.
When the wire is bent into a semi-circle of radius $R$,the length of the wire becomes the circumference of the semi-circle: $L = \pi R$,so $R = L / \pi$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is the product of the pole strength and the distance between the poles (the diameter of the semi-circle).
The distance between the poles is $2R = 2(L / \pi) = 2L / \pi$.
Therefore,$M' = m \times (2L / \pi) = (m \times L) \times (2 / \pi)$.
Substituting $M = 3.14$ and $\pi \approx 3.14$:
$M' = 3.14 \times (2 / 3.14) = 2 \, A-m^2$.
59
MediumMCQ
$A$ wire of magnetic moment $M$ is moulded according to the figure. What is the new magnetic moment?
Question diagram
A
$\frac{\sqrt{2} M}{\pi}$
B
$\frac{2 M}{\pi}$
C
$\frac{2 \sqrt{2} M}{\pi}$
D
$\frac{M}{\pi}$

Solution

(C) Let the original length of the wire be $L$. The original magnetic moment is $M = m L$,where $m$ is the pole strength.
The wire is bent into a quarter-circle arc of radius $R$. The length of this arc is $L = \frac{1}{4}(2 \pi R) = \frac{\pi R}{2}$.
Thus,$m = \frac{M}{L} = \frac{M}{\pi R / 2} = \frac{2M}{\pi R}$.
The new magnetic moment $M^{\prime}$ is the product of pole strength $m$ and the straight-line distance between the two ends of the arc (the chord length).
The distance between the ends is $L^{\prime} = \sqrt{R^2 + R^2} = \sqrt{2} R$.
Therefore,$M^{\prime} = m L^{\prime} = \left( \frac{2M}{\pi R} \right) (\sqrt{2} R) = \frac{2 \sqrt{2} M}{\pi}$.
60
DifficultMCQ
$A$ magnetized wire of magnetic moment $M$ and length $L$ is bent into an arc of a circle subtending an angle of $60^o$ at the center. The new magnetic moment is:
Question diagram
A
$(2M / \pi)$
B
$(M / \pi)$
C
$(3\sqrt{3}M / 2\pi)$
D
$(3M / \pi)$

Solution

(D) Let the original length of the wire be $L$ and its pole strength be $m$. The original magnetic moment is $M = m \cdot L$.
When the wire is bent into an arc of a circle of radius $r$ subtending an angle $\theta = 60^o = \pi/3$ radians at the center,the length of the arc is $L = r\theta$.
Thus,$r = L / \theta = L / (\pi/3) = 3L / \pi$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is the product of the pole strength $m$ and the straight-line distance (chord length) between the two ends of the arc.
The chord length $d = 2r \sin(\theta/2)$.
Substituting $\theta = 60^o$,we get $d = 2r \sin(30^o) = 2r(1/2) = r$.
Substituting $r = 3L / \pi$,we get $d = 3L / \pi$.
Therefore,the new magnetic moment $M' = m \cdot d = m \cdot (3L / \pi) = (3 / \pi) \cdot (mL) = 3M / \pi$.
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61
MediumMCQ
The length of a steel wire is $L$ and its magnetic moment is $M$. On bending it into the shape of a semicircle,its magnetic moment will be
A
$M$
B
$2M/\pi$
C
$M/\pi$
D
$M\pi$

Solution

(B) The initial magnetic moment is given by $M = m \times L$,where $m$ is the pole strength and $L$ is the length of the wire.
When the wire is bent into a semicircle,the length $L$ becomes the arc length of the semicircle,so $L = \pi R$,where $R$ is the radius of the semicircle.
Thus,$R = L / \pi$.
The effective length (distance between the two poles) of the semicircle is the diameter,which is $2R$.
The new magnetic moment $M_{\text{new}}$ is given by $M_{\text{new}} = m \times (2R)$.
Substituting $R = L / \pi$,we get $M_{\text{new}} = m \times 2 \times (L / \pi) = (2 / \pi) \times (m \times L)$.
Since $M = m \times L$,the new magnetic moment is $M_{\text{new}} = 2M / \pi$.
62
DifficultMCQ
$A$ magnetized wire of magnetic moment $M$ and length $L$ is bent into an arc of a circle subtending an angle of $60^{\circ}$ at the center. The new magnetic moment is:
Question diagram
A
$\frac{2M}{\pi}$
B
$\frac{M}{\pi}$
C
$\frac{3\sqrt{3}M}{\pi}$
D
$\frac{3M}{\pi}$

Solution

(D) Let the original length of the wire be $L$. The original magnetic moment is $M = m \cdot L$,where $m$ is the pole strength.
When the wire is bent into an arc of a circle of radius $r$ subtending an angle $\theta = 60^{\circ} = \frac{\pi}{3}$ radians at the center,the arc length is $L = r\theta$.
Thus,$r = \frac{L}{\theta} = \frac{L}{\pi/3} = \frac{3L}{\pi}$.
The distance between the two ends of the arc (the chord length) is $d = 2r \sin(\frac{\theta}{2})$.
Substituting $\theta = 60^{\circ}$,we get $d = 2r \sin(30^{\circ}) = 2r \cdot \frac{1}{2} = r$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is given by $M' = m \cdot d = m \cdot r$.
Substituting $r = \frac{3L}{\pi}$,we get $M' = m \cdot \frac{3L}{\pi} = \frac{3}{\pi} (m \cdot L)$.
Since $M = m \cdot L$,the new magnetic moment is $M' = \frac{3M}{\pi}$.
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63
EasyMCQ
$A$ bar magnet of magnetic moment $M$ is cut into two parts of equal length. The magnetic moment of each part will be ......... $M$.
A
$0.5$
B
$0$
C
$2$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) The magnetic moment $M$ of a bar magnet is given by the product of its pole strength $m$ and its magnetic length $2l$,so $M = m \times 2l$.
When the magnet is cut into two equal parts perpendicular to its length,the pole strength $m$ of each part remains the same,but the length of each part becomes half,i.e.,$l' = l$.
Therefore,the new magnetic moment $M'$ of each part is $M' = m \times l = (m \times 2l) / 2 = M / 2$.
Thus,$M' = 0.5 M$.
64
MediumMCQ
$A$ straight steel wire of length $\ell$ has a magnetic moment $M$. It is bent into an $L$-shape as shown in the figure. The new magnetic moment is
Question diagram
A
$\sqrt{5} M$
B
$\frac{5M}{9}$
C
$\frac{\sqrt{5} M}{3}$
D
$\frac{5M}{3}$

Solution

(C) The initial magnetic moment of the straight wire is $M = m \ell$,where $m$ is the pole strength of the wire.
When the wire is bent into an $L$-shape with segments of length $\frac{\ell}{3}$ and $\frac{2\ell}{3}$ at an angle of $90^{\circ}$,the new magnetic moment $M^{\prime}$ is given by $M^{\prime} = m \ell^{\prime}$,where $\ell^{\prime}$ is the effective distance between the two poles.
The effective length $\ell^{\prime}$ is the hypotenuse of the right-angled triangle formed by the two segments:
$\ell^{\prime} = \sqrt{\left(\frac{\ell}{3}\right)^{2} + \left(\frac{2\ell}{3}\right)^{2}} = \sqrt{\frac{\ell^{2}}{9} + \frac{4\ell^{2}}{9}} = \sqrt{\frac{5\ell^{2}}{9}} = \frac{\sqrt{5}\ell}{3}$.
Therefore,the new magnetic moment is $M^{\prime} = m \ell^{\prime} = m \left(\frac{\sqrt{5}\ell}{3}\right) = \frac{\sqrt{5}}{3} (m \ell) = \frac{\sqrt{5} M}{3}$.
65
DifficultMCQ
$A$ wire of magnetic moment $M$ is bent to form a circular arc which subtends an angle $90^o$ at the center. Then,its new magnetic moment is:
A
$\frac{2M}{\pi}$
B
$\frac{\sqrt{2}M}{\pi}$
C
$\frac{2\sqrt{2}M}{\pi}$
D
$\frac{M}{\sqrt{2}\pi}$

Solution

(C) Let the length of the wire be $L$. The magnetic moment of a straight wire is $M = m \cdot L$,where $m$ is the pole strength.
When the wire is bent into an arc of angle $\theta = 90^o = \frac{\pi}{2}$ radians,the arc length $L = R\theta = R(\frac{\pi}{2})$,so the radius $R = \frac{2L}{\pi}$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is given by $M' = m \cdot d$,where $d$ is the straight-line distance (chord length) between the two ends of the arc.
The chord length $d = 2R \sin(\frac{\theta}{2}) = 2R \sin(45^o) = 2R \cdot \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} = R\sqrt{2}$.
Substituting $R = \frac{2L}{\pi}$,we get $d = \frac{2L}{\pi} \cdot \sqrt{2} = \frac{2\sqrt{2}L}{\pi}$.
Thus,$M' = m \cdot \frac{2\sqrt{2}L}{\pi} = \frac{2\sqrt{2}}{\pi} (mL) = \frac{2\sqrt{2}M}{\pi}$.
66
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct statement.
A
Electric lines of force are closed curves while magnetic lines are not.
B
Magnetic lines of force are closed curves while electric lines are not.
C
Both electric and magnetic lines of force are closed curves.
D
Neither electric nor magnetic lines of force are closed curves.

Solution

(B) Electric field lines of force originate from a positive charge and terminate at a negative charge,meaning they do not form closed loops.
In contrast,magnetic field lines of force always form continuous closed loops,as magnetic monopoles do not exist.
67
MediumMCQ
Two equal bar magnets are kept as shown in the figure. The direction of the resultant magnetic field,indicated by the arrow head at the point $P$,is (approximately):
Question diagram
A
Option A
B
Option B
C
Option C
D
Option D

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at point $P$ due to the vertical bar magnet is directed upwards because $P$ is near the north pole $(N)$ of this magnet. Let this be $B_1$.
The magnetic field at point $P$ due to the horizontal bar magnet is directed towards the right because $P$ is near the south pole $(S)$ of this magnet (magnetic field lines enter the south pole). Let this be $B_2$.
The resultant magnetic field $B_{net}$ is the vector sum of $B_1$ and $B_2$. Since $B_1$ is directed upwards and $B_2$ is directed towards the right,the resultant vector $B_{net}$ will point in the upward-right direction.
Therefore,the correct direction is indicated by the upward-right diagonal arrow.
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68
MediumMCQ
$A$ magnetised wire of magnetic moment $M$ is bent into an arc of a circle subtending an angle of $60^{\circ}$ at the center. The new magnetic moment is:
A
$(2M/\pi)$
B
$(M/\pi)$
C
$(3\sqrt{3}M/\pi)$
D
$(3M/\pi)$

Solution

(D) Let the original length of the wire be $L$ and the pole strength be $m$. The original magnetic moment is $M = m \times L$.
When the wire is bent into an arc of radius $r$ subtending an angle $\theta = 60^{\circ} = \pi/3$ radians at the center,the length of the arc is $L = r\theta = r(\pi/3)$.
Thus,$r = 3L/\pi$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is the product of pole strength $m$ and the straight-line distance (chord length) between the two ends of the arc.
The chord length $d = 2r \sin(\theta/2)$.
Substituting $\theta = 60^{\circ}$,we get $d = 2r \sin(30^{\circ}) = 2r(1/2) = r$.
Substituting $r = 3L/\pi$,we get $d = 3L/\pi$.
Therefore,$M' = m \times d = m \times (3L/\pi) = (3/\pi) \times (mL) = 3M/\pi$.
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DifficultMCQ
The following figures show the arrangement of bar magnets in different configurations. Each magnet has a magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$. Which configuration has the highest net magnetic dipole moment?
Question diagram
A
$(a)$
B
$(b)$
C
$(c)$
D
$(d)$

Solution

(C) The net magnetic dipole moment of two magnets,each with dipole moment $M$,placed at an angle $\theta$ between them is given by the vector sum:
$M_{net} = \sqrt{M^2 + M^2 + 2M^2 \cos \theta} = \sqrt{2M^2(1 + \cos \theta)} = \sqrt{2M^2(2 \cos^2(\theta/2))} = 2M \cos(\theta/2)$.
Analyzing the configurations:
$(a)$ The magnets are at $\theta = 90^{\circ}$. $M_{net} = 2M \cos(45^{\circ}) = 2M(1/\sqrt{2}) = \sqrt{2}M \approx 1.414M$.
$(b)$ The magnets are anti-parallel,$\theta = 180^{\circ}$. $M_{net} = 2M \cos(90^{\circ}) = 0$.
$(c)$ The magnets are at $\theta = 30^{\circ}$. $M_{net} = 2M \cos(15^{\circ}) \approx 2M(0.966) = 1.932M$.
$(d)$ The magnets are at $\theta = 60^{\circ}$. $M_{net} = 2M \cos(30^{\circ}) = 2M(\sqrt{3}/2) = \sqrt{3}M \approx 1.732M$.
Comparing the values,the configuration in $(c)$ has the highest net magnetic dipole moment.
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70
EasyMCQ
In the following figures,the lines of magnetic induction due to a magnet $SN$ are given by:
Question diagram
A
$1$
B
$2$
C
$3$
D
$4$

Solution

(A) Magnetic field lines are continuous closed loops. Outside the magnet,they emerge from the North pole $(N)$ and enter the South pole $(S)$. Inside the magnet,they travel from the South pole $(S)$ to the North pole $(N)$. This ensures that the lines of magnetic induction form continuous paths. Looking at the provided figures,figure $(1)$ correctly depicts these lines emerging from the North pole,entering the South pole,and continuing through the interior of the magnet from $S$ to $N$.
71
EasyMCQ
Magnetic lines of force due to a bar magnet do not intersect because
A
a point always has a single net magnetic field
B
the lines have similar charges and so repel each other
C
the lines always diverge from a single force
D
the lines need magnetic lenses to be made to intersect

Solution

(A) Magnetic lines of force represent the direction of the magnetic field at any point.
If two magnetic field lines were to intersect at a point,it would imply that there are two distinct directions for the magnetic field at that single point.
Since the magnetic field at any given point in space must have a unique direction,it is physically impossible for magnetic field lines to intersect.
72
EasyMCQ
Two points $A$ and $B$ are situated at a distance $x$ and $2x$ respectively from the nearer pole of a magnet $2 \ cm$ long. The ratio of the magnetic field at $A$ and $B$ is
A
$4 : 1$ exactly
B
$4 : 1$ approximately
C
$8 : 1$ approximately
D
$1 : 1$ approximately

Solution

(C) Let the length of the magnet be $2l = 2 \ cm$,so $l = 1 \ cm$.
The distance of point $A$ from the center of the magnet is $r_1 = x + l = x + 1$.
The distance of point $B$ from the center of the magnet is $r_2 = 2x + l = 2x + 1$.
For a short magnet or points at large distances,the magnetic field $B \propto \frac{1}{r^3}$.
Thus,the ratio of the magnetic fields is $\frac{B_A}{B_B} = \left( \frac{r_2}{r_1} \right)^3 = \left( \frac{2x + 1}{x + 1} \right)^3$.
If $x \gg l$,then $\frac{B_A}{B_B} \approx \left( \frac{2x}{x} \right)^3 = 2^3 = 8$.
Therefore,the ratio is $8 : 1$ approximately.
73
EasyMCQ
Assertion: The poles of a magnet cannot be separated by breaking it into two pieces.
Reason: The magnetic moment will be reduced to half when a magnet is broken into two equal pieces.
A
If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.
B
If both Assertion and Reason are correct but the Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.
C
If the Assertion is correct but the Reason is incorrect.
D
If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect.

Solution

(B) The Assertion is correct because magnetic monopoles do not exist; breaking a magnet simply creates two smaller magnets,each with its own north and south pole.
The Reason is also correct. The magnetic moment $M$ of a bar magnet is given by $M = m \times 2l$,where $m$ is the pole strength and $2l$ is the length. When the magnet is cut into two equal pieces perpendicular to its length,the pole strength $m$ remains the same,but the length of each piece becomes $l$. Therefore,the new magnetic moment $M' = m \times l = M/2$.
Since the Reason explains why the magnetic properties change but does not explain why poles cannot be isolated,the correct option is $B$.
74
MediumMCQ
What is the magnitude of the equatorial and axial fields due to a bar magnet of length $5.0 \; cm$ at a distance of $50 \; cm$ from its mid-point? The magnetic moment of the bar magnet is $0.40 \; A m^{2}$.
A
$B_{E} = 3.2 \times 10^{-7} \; T, B_{A} = 6.4 \times 10^{-7} \; T$
B
$B_{E} = 6.4 \times 10^{-7} \; T, B_{A} = 3.2 \times 10^{-7} \; T$
C
$B_{E} = 1.6 \times 10^{-7} \; T, B_{A} = 3.2 \times 10^{-7} \; T$
D
$B_{E} = 3.2 \times 10^{-7} \; T, B_{A} = 1.6 \times 10^{-7} \; T$

Solution

(A) Given: Magnetic moment $m = 0.40 \; A m^{2}$,distance $r = 50 \; cm = 0.5 \; m$. The length of the magnet $(5.0 \; cm)$ is small compared to the distance $(50 \; cm)$,so we use the short dipole approximation.
For the equatorial field $(B_{E})$:
$B_{E} = \frac{\mu_{0} m}{4 \pi r^{3}} = \frac{10^{-7} \times 0.40}{(0.5)^{3}} = \frac{10^{-7} \times 0.40}{0.125} = 3.2 \times 10^{-7} \; T$.
For the axial field $(B_{A})$:
$B_{A} = \frac{\mu_{0} 2m}{4 \pi r^{3}} = 2 \times B_{E} = 2 \times 3.2 \times 10^{-7} = 6.4 \times 10^{-7} \; T$.
75
Medium
$A$ short bar magnet has a magnetic moment of $0.48 \; J \; T^{-1}$. Give the direction and magnitude of the magnetic field produced by the magnet at a distance of $10 \; cm$ from the centre of the magnet on
$(a)$ the axis,
$(b)$ the equatorial lines (normal bisector) of the magnet.

Solution

(N/A) Magnetic moment of the bar magnet,$M = 0.48 \; J \; T^{-1}$.
$(a)$ Distance,$d = 10 \; cm = 0.1 \; m$.
The magnetic field at distance $d$ from the centre of the magnet on the axis is given by the relation:
$B = \frac{\mu_{0}}{4 \pi} \frac{2M}{d^{3}}$
Where,$\mu_{0} = 4 \pi \times 10^{-7} \; T \; m \; A^{-1}$.
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{10^{-7} \times 2 \times 0.48}{(0.1)^{3}} = \frac{0.96 \times 10^{-7}}{10^{-3}} = 0.96 \times 10^{-4} \; T = 0.96 \; G$.
The direction of the magnetic field is along the $S-N$ direction.
$(b)$ The magnetic field at a distance of $10 \; cm$ $(d = 0.1 \; m)$ on the equatorial line of the magnet is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_{0}}{4 \pi} \frac{M}{d^{3}}$
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{10^{-7} \times 0.48}{(0.1)^{3}} = \frac{0.48 \times 10^{-7}}{10^{-3}} = 0.48 \times 10^{-4} \; T = 0.48 \; G$.
The direction of the magnetic field is along the $N-S$ direction.
76
Easy
Write a brief history of magnets.

Solution

(N/A) The property of attraction exhibited by certain materials is called magnetism,and an object possessing such properties is called a magnet.
Magnetic phenomena are universal in nature.
The Earth's magnetism predates human evolution.
Magnetism is spread across the entire universe,including our Earth.
The word 'magnet' is derived from the name of an island in Greece called Magnesia,where magnetic ore deposits were found as early as $600 \ BC$.
Legend has it that shepherds on this island complained that their wooden shoes,which had iron nails,would stick to the ground. Their iron-tipped rods were similarly affected. This attractive property of magnets made it difficult for them to move around.
From the name of the island 'Magnesia',the phenomenon and the object became known as 'magnet' in English.
77
Medium
Give some of the commonly known ideas regarding magnetism.

Solution

(N/A) Some of the commonly known ideas regarding magnetism are as follows:
$(i)$ The Earth behaves as a magnet with the magnetic field pointing approximately from the geographic south to the north.
$(ii)$ When a bar magnet is freely suspended,it points in the north-south direction. The tip which points to the geographic north is called the north pole,and the tip which points to the geographic south is called the south pole of the magnet.
$(iii)$ There is a repulsive force when north poles (or south poles) of two magnets are brought close together,and there is an attractive force between the north pole of one magnet and the south pole of the other.
$(iv)$ We cannot isolate the north or south pole of a magnet. If a bar magnet is broken into two halves,we get two smaller bar magnets with somewhat weaker properties. Unlike electric charges,isolated magnetic north and south poles,known as magnetic monopoles,do not exist.
$(v)$ It is possible to make magnets out of iron and its alloys.
78
EasyMCQ
The name 'magnet' came from which island?
A
Crete
B
Magnesia
C
Cyprus
D
Sicily

Solution

(B) The name 'magnet' is derived from the name of the island 'Magnesia' in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey),where naturally occurring magnetic ore (lodestone) was first discovered by the ancient Greeks.
79
EasyMCQ
What is magnetism and what is a magnet?
A
Magnetism is the force of attraction or repulsion between materials,and a magnet is a material that produces a magnetic field.
B
Magnetism is the study of electricity,and a magnet is a conductor.
C
Magnetism is the property of light,and a magnet is a source of heat.
D
Magnetism is the study of sound,and a magnet is a type of battery.

Solution

(A) Magnetism is a physical phenomenon produced by the motion of electric charge,resulting in attractive and repulsive forces between objects. It is a fundamental force of nature.
$A$ magnet is a material or object that produces a magnetic field. This magnetic field is invisible but is responsible for the most notable property of a magnet: a force that pulls on other ferromagnetic materials,such as iron,steel,nickel,cobalt,etc.,and attracts or repels other magnets.
80
Medium
What happens when a small bar magnet is kept on a glass plate and iron filings are sprinkled on it?

Solution

(N/A) When iron filings are sprinkled on a glass plate placed over a bar magnet,they align themselves along the magnetic field lines of the magnet.
The resulting pattern suggests the following:
$(i)$ The pattern of the iron filings indicates that the magnet has two poles,similar to the positive and negative charges of an electric dipole. One pole is designated as the north pole and the other as the south pole.
$(ii)$ When the magnet is suspended freely,these poles point towards the geographic north and south poles,respectively.
$(iii)$ $A$ similar pattern of iron filings is observed around a current-carrying solenoid,which confirms that a bar magnet and a current-carrying solenoid behave similarly.
Solution diagram
81
Easy
Write the difference between electric field lines and magnetic field lines.

Solution

(N/A) The fundamental differences between electric field lines and magnetic field lines are as follows:
$1$. Electric field lines originate from positive charges and terminate at negative charges. They do not form closed loops.
$2$. Magnetic field lines form continuous closed loops,extending from the North pole to the South pole outside the magnet and from the South pole to the North pole inside the magnet.
$3$. Electric field lines represent the path along which a unit positive charge would move,whereas magnetic field lines represent the direction of the magnetic field vector at any point.
82
MediumMCQ
What does the analogy of a bar magnet's and a solenoid's magnetic field lines suggest?
A
They have different magnetic properties.
B
The magnetic field lines of a solenoid are identical to those of a bar magnet.
C
$A$ solenoid behaves like a bar magnet with magnetic poles at its ends.
D
Magnetic field lines do not form closed loops in a solenoid.

Solution

(C) The analogy (similarity) between the magnetic field lines of a bar magnet and a solenoid suggests the following:
$(i)$ $A$ bar magnet can be modeled as a large number of circulating currents,which is analogous to the current loops in a solenoid.
$(ii)$ Cutting a bar magnet in half results in two independent magnets. Similarly,cutting a solenoid in the middle results in two smaller solenoids,each with weaker magnetic properties.
$(iii)$ Like a bar magnet,the magnetic field lines in a solenoid are continuous; they emerge from one face (acting as the North pole) and enter the other face (acting as the South pole),forming closed loops.
$(iv)$ At a point on the axis,the magnetic field of a solenoid is mathematically analogous to that of a bar magnet,given by $B = \frac{\mu_{0}}{4 \pi} \frac{2m}{r^{3}}$ for large distances.
83
Difficult
What is the pole strength of a bar magnet? Express the magnetic dipole moment in terms of pole strength.

Solution

(N/A) The pole strength of a bar magnet is a measure of the force that a magnetic pole exerts on other magnetic poles.
It is denoted by $q_{m}$ or $P$.
Pole strength is a scalar quantity,and its $SI$ unit is ampere-meter $(Am)$.
It depends on the material of the magnet,its magnetization,and its cross-sectional area $(A)$.
If the length of a bar magnet is $(2l)$ and its pole strength is $q_{m}$,then the magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$ is defined as the product of the pole strength and the magnetic length:
$\vec{m} = q_{m} \times (2\vec{l})$
The direction of the magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$ is from the South pole $(S)$ to the North pole $(N)$.
This is analogous to the electric dipole moment $\vec{p} = q(2\vec{a})$ in electrostatics,where pole strength $q_{m}$ corresponds to electric charge $q$ and magnetic length $(2l)$ corresponds to the separation distance $(2a)$.
84
MediumMCQ
What causes the couple acting on the needle of a compass?
A
The magnetic field of the Earth.
B
The gravitational force of the Earth.
C
The electrostatic force.
D
The friction between the needle and the pivot.

Solution

(A) compass needle is a small magnetic dipole. When placed in an external magnetic field (such as the Earth's magnetic field),the two poles of the needle experience equal and opposite forces: $F = mB$ and $F = -mB$. Since these forces act at different points (the North and South poles of the needle),they constitute a couple. This couple exerts a torque on the needle,causing it to align with the magnetic field lines.
85
Medium
What is the fundamental difference between an electric dipole and a magnetic dipole?

Solution

(N/A) The fundamental difference between an electric dipole and a magnetic dipole lies in their constituent elements.
An electric dipole is composed of two distinct elementary units,which are positive and negative electric charges (electric monopoles).
In contrast,a magnetic dipole,such as a current loop,is the most elementary unit of magnetism.
Magnetic monopoles,which would be the magnetic equivalent of electric charges,have not been observed to exist in nature.
86
Medium
Write the analogy between electrostatics and magnetism.

Solution

The analogy between electrostatics and magnetism is summarized in the table below:
Physical quantity Electrostatics Magnetism
$(1)$ Field Electric field $\overrightarrow{E}$ Magnetic field $\overrightarrow{B}$
$(2)$ Source Charge $(q)$ Magnetic pole strength $(q_m)$
$(3)$ Dipole moment $p = q(2a)$ $m = q_m(2l)$
$(4)$ Constant $\frac{1}{4\pi\epsilon_0}$ $\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi}$
$(5)$ Length of dipole $2a$ $2l$
$(6)$ Direction of dipole moment From negative to positive charge From South to North pole
87
Easy
Describe the magnetic field lines of a bar magnet.

Solution

(N/A) The magnetic field lines of a bar magnet represent the direction and strength of the magnetic field in the space surrounding the magnet.
$1$. The magnetic field lines originate from the North pole $(N)$ and terminate at the South pole $(S)$ outside the magnet.
$2$. Inside the magnet,the field lines travel from the South pole $(S)$ to the North pole $(N)$,forming continuous closed loops.
$3$. The density of the field lines is highest near the poles,indicating a stronger magnetic field in these regions.
$4$. No two magnetic field lines can intersect each other,as that would imply two different directions for the magnetic field at a single point,which is physically impossible.
$5$. The tangent drawn at any point on a magnetic field line gives the direction of the magnetic field at that point.
88
Medium
Define the pole strength of a magnet and write its $SI$ unit.

Solution

(N/A) The pole strength of a magnet is a measure of the ability of a magnetic pole to attract or repel other magnetic poles. It is defined as the force experienced by a unit north pole placed at that point in a magnetic field.
Mathematically,if a magnetic pole of strength $m$ experiences a force $F$ in a magnetic field $B$,then $F = mB$.
The $SI$ unit of pole strength is Ampere-meter,denoted as $A \cdot m$.
89
Medium
State the direction of the magnetic dipole moment (from $S$ to $N$ pole of the magnet) and write the unit of the magnetic dipole moment.

Solution

(N/A) The direction of the magnetic dipole moment is from the $S$ (South) pole to the $N$ (North) pole of the magnet.
The $SI$ unit of magnetic dipole moment is Ampere-meter squared,denoted as $A \cdot m^{2}$.
90
EasyMCQ
What is the magnetism analog of charge in electricity?
A
Magnetic field
B
Magnetic pole strength
C
Magnetic dipole moment
D
Magnetic flux

Solution

(B) In electricity,the fundamental source of the electric field is the electric charge $(q)$.
In magnetism,the fundamental source of the magnetic field is the magnetic pole strength,denoted by $(q_{m})$.
Therefore,the magnetic analog of electric charge is magnetic pole strength $(q_{m})$.
91
Easy
Three identical bar magnets are riveted together at the centre in the same plane as shown in the figure. This system is placed at rest in a slowly varying magnetic field. It is found that the system of magnets does not show any motion. The north-south poles of one magnet are shown in the figure. Determine the poles of the remaining two.
Question diagram

Solution

(N/A) For the system to be in equilibrium,the net force and the net torque acting on the system must be zero.
Let the magnetic moment of each magnet be $M$. The total magnetic moment of the system is the vector sum of the individual magnetic moments: $\vec{M}_{net} = \vec{M}_1 + \vec{M}_2 + \vec{M}_3$.
For the system to be in stable equilibrium in a magnetic field,the net magnetic moment must be zero. If the first magnet is oriented with North at the top,to make the net moment zero,the other two magnets must be arranged such that their components cancel out the moment of the first magnet.
As shown in the solution figure,if magnet $(1)$ has North at the top,then for the other two magnets,the poles must be arranged such that the North poles of magnets $(2)$ and $(3)$ are at the bottom-left and bottom-right respectively,while the South poles are at the top-left and top-right respectively. This configuration ensures that the vector sum of the magnetic moments is zero,resulting in no net torque or force on the system.
Solution diagram
92
Medium
Use:
$(i)$ the Ampere's law for $\vec{H}$ and
$(ii)$ continuity of lines of $\vec{B}$,to conclude that inside a bar magnet,
$(a)$ lines of $\vec{H}$ run from the $N$ pole to $S$ pole,while
$(b)$ lines of $\vec{B}$ must run from the $S$ pole to $N$ pole.

Solution

(N/A) Consider a magnetic field line of $\vec{B}$ forming a closed loop through the bar magnet as shown in the figure.
Let $C$ be an Amperian loop. According to Ampere's law for $\vec{H}$,the line integral of $\vec{H}$ over a closed loop is zero in the absence of free currents:
$\oint \vec{H} \cdot d\vec{l} = 0$
Inside the magnet,the relationship between $\vec{B}$ and $\vec{H}$ is given by $\vec{B} = \mu_0(\vec{H} + \vec{M})$.
Since magnetic field lines of $\vec{B}$ are continuous and form closed loops,they must travel from the $S$ pole to the $N$ pole inside the magnet to complete the loop outside from $N$ to $S$.
For the $\vec{H}$ field,the integral $\oint \vec{H} \cdot d\vec{l} = 0$ implies that if the path integral along the $\vec{B}$ line inside the magnet is positive,the path integral outside must be negative. Since $\vec{B} = \mu_0 \vec{H}$ outside the magnet (where $\vec{M}=0$),the direction of $\vec{H}$ lines inside the magnet must be from $N$ to $S$ to satisfy the closed loop condition for the total integral to be zero.
Solution diagram
93
Difficult
Verify Ampere's law for the magnetic field of a point dipole with dipole moment $\vec{M} = M\hat{k}$. Take $C$ as the closed curve running clockwise along the $z$-axis from $z = a > 0$ to $z = R$,then along the circular arc of radius $R$ to the $x$-axis,then along the $x$-axis to $x = a$,and finally along the circular arc of radius $a$ back to the $z$-axis.
Question diagram

Solution

(A) The magnetic field of a dipole $\vec{M} = M\hat{k}$ at a point $(r, \theta)$ in spherical coordinates is given by $\vec{B} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{M}{r^3} (2\cos\theta \hat{r} + \sin\theta \hat{\theta})$.
$1$. Along the $z$-axis ($P$ to $Q$): $\theta = 0$,$\vec{B} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{2M}{z^3} \hat{k}$. Thus,$\int_P^Q \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = \int_a^R \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{2M}{z^3} dz = \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi} [-\frac{1}{z^2}]_a^R = \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi} (\frac{1}{a^2} - \frac{1}{R^2})$.
$2$. Along the arc of radius $R$ ($Q$ to $S$): $\vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = B_\theta (R d\theta) = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{M}{R^3} \sin\theta (R d\theta) = \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi R^2} \sin\theta d\theta$. Integrating from $\theta = 0$ to $\pi/2$: $\int_0^{\pi/2} \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi R^2} \sin\theta d\theta = \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi R^2} [-\cos\theta]_0^{\pi/2} = \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi R^2}$.
$3$. Along the $x$-axis ($S$ to $T$): $\theta = \pi/2$,$\vec{B} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{M}{x^3} \hat{\theta} = -\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{M}{x^3} \hat{k}$. Thus,$\int_S^T \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = \int_R^a (-\frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi x^3}) dx = \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi} [-\frac{1}{2x^2}]_R^a = -\frac{\mu_0 M}{8\pi} (\frac{1}{a^2} - \frac{1}{R^2})$.
$4$. Along the arc of radius $a$ ($T$ to $P$): $\vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi a^2} \sin\theta d\theta$. Integrating from $\pi/2$ to $0$: $\int_{\pi/2}^0 \frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi a^2} \sin\theta d\theta = -\frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi a^2}$.
Summing these,$\oint \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = 0$,which verifies Ampere's law for this path as there is no current enclosed.
Solution diagram
94
Medium
Verify Ampere's law for the magnetic field of a point dipole with dipole moment $\vec{M} = M\hat{k}$. Take $C$ as the closed curve running clockwise along the $x$-axis from $x = R$ to $x = a$,then along a circular arc of radius $r$ in the $xz$-plane from $\theta = 0$ to $\theta = \pi$,and finally back to the starting point.

Solution

(N/A) The magnetic field of a point dipole $\vec{M} = M\hat{k}$ at a position $\vec{r}$ is given by $\vec{B}(\vec{r}) = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \left[ \frac{3(\vec{M} \cdot \hat{r})\hat{r} - \vec{M}}{r^3} \right]$.
Ampere's law states that $\oint_C \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = \mu_0 I_{enclosed}$.
For a point dipole,there is no physical current enclosed by the loop $C$,so $I_{enclosed} = 0$.
Thus,we must verify that $\oint_C \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = 0$.
Along the $x$-axis,$\vec{r} = x\hat{i}$,$\hat{r} = \hat{i}$,and $\vec{M} \cdot \hat{r} = 0$. So $\vec{B} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{-\vec{M}}{x^3} = -\frac{\mu_0 M}{4\pi x^3} \hat{k}$.
Since $d\vec{l}$ is along the $x$-axis $(d\vec{l} = dx \hat{i})$,$\vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = 0$.
Along the circular arc in the $xz$-plane,$\vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l}$ can be calculated using the magnetic vector potential $\vec{A} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{\vec{M} \times \vec{r}}{r^3}$.
By Stokes' theorem,$\oint_C \vec{B} \cdot d\vec{l} = \oint_C (\nabla \times \vec{A}) \cdot d\vec{l} = \oint_C \vec{A} \cdot d\vec{l}$.
Since the dipole field is conservative everywhere except at the origin,the line integral over any closed loop not enclosing the origin is zero. Thus,Ampere's law is verified.
95
MediumMCQ
If $L$ is the length of a bar magnet,then the separation between the two poles is nearly
A
$\frac{9}{10} L$
B
$\frac{6}{7} L$
C
$\frac{1}{3} L$
D
$\frac{1}{2} L$

Solution

(B) The geometric length $(L)$ of a bar magnet is the actual physical length of the magnet.
The magnetic length is the distance between the two magnetic poles of the magnet.
It is an experimental fact that the magnetic poles are located slightly inside the ends of the magnet.
The magnetic length is approximately $0.83$ to $0.85$ times the geometric length.
Calculating the value of $\frac{6}{7} \approx 0.857$,which is the closest approximation to the ratio of magnetic length to geometric length.
Therefore,the separation between the poles is nearly $\frac{6}{7} L$.
96
EasyMCQ
The magnetic moment of the arrangement shown in the figure is ............. $M$.
Question diagram
A
$0$
B
$2 \sqrt{2}$
C
$2$
D
$1$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment is a vector quantity. The direction of the magnetic moment is from the South pole $(S)$ to the North pole $(N)$.
$1$. The horizontal magnet has a magnetic moment $M$ directed towards the left.
$2$. The vertical magnet has a magnetic moment $M$ directed upwards.
$3$. The hypotenuse magnet has a magnetic moment $M\sqrt{2}$ directed along the hypotenuse (from $S$ to $N$).
Let the horizontal direction be the $x$-axis and the vertical direction be the $y$-axis.
- $\vec{M}_1 = -M \hat{i}$
- $\vec{M}_2 = M \hat{j}$
- $\vec{M}_3 = M\sqrt{2} (\cos 45^\circ \hat{i} + \sin 45^\circ \hat{j}) = M\sqrt{2} (\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \hat{i} + \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \hat{j}) = M \hat{i} + M \hat{j}$
Now,the resultant magnetic moment $\vec{M}_{\text{net}}$ is:
$\vec{M}_{\text{net}} = \vec{M}_1 + \vec{M}_2 + \vec{M}_3 = (-M \hat{i} + M \hat{j}) + (M \hat{i} + M \hat{j}) = 2M \hat{j}$
The magnitude of the resultant magnetic moment is $2M$. Therefore,the value is $2$.
Solution diagram
97
DifficultMCQ
$A$ straight magnetic strip has a magnetic moment of $44 \text{ Am}^2$. If the strip is bent in a semicircular shape,its magnetic moment will be . . . . . . . $\text{Am}^2$ (Given $\pi = \frac{22}{7}$)
A
$28$
B
$27$
C
$26$
D
$25$

Solution

(A) Let the pole strength of the magnetic strip be $m$ and its length be $\ell$. The initial magnetic moment is $M_1 = m \ell = 44 \text{ Am}^2$.
When the strip is bent into a semicircle of radius $R$,the length of the strip becomes the arc length of the semicircle,so $\ell = \pi R$,which means $R = \frac{\ell}{\pi}$.
The new magnetic moment $M_2$ is the product of the pole strength and the straight-line distance between the poles (the diameter of the semicircle),which is $2R$.
$M_2 = m \times (2R) = m \times \left( \frac{2\ell}{\pi} \right) = \frac{2}{\pi} (m \ell)$.
Substituting the given values: $M_2 = \frac{2}{\pi} \times 44 = \frac{2}{(22/7)} \times 44 = \frac{2 \times 7}{22} \times 44 = \frac{14}{22} \times 44 = 14 \times 2 = 28 \text{ Am}^2$.
Solution diagram
98
MediumMCQ
An iron bar of length $L$ has a magnetic moment $M$. It is bent at the middle of its length such that the two arms make an angle of $60^{\circ}$ with each other. The magnetic moment of this new magnet is:
A
$\frac{M}{2}$
B
$2 M$
C
$\frac{M}{\sqrt{3}}$
D
$M$

Solution

(A) Let the pole strength of the original iron bar be $m$. The magnetic moment is given by $M = m L$.
When the bar is bent at the middle,each arm has a length of $L/2$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is the product of the pole strength $m$ and the effective length (the distance between the two poles).
The effective length $L'$ is the distance between the two ends of the bent bar. Since the two arms of length $L/2$ make an angle of $60^{\circ}$,the effective length forms the third side of an isosceles triangle with two sides of length $L/2$ and an included angle of $60^{\circ}$.
This triangle is equilateral,so the effective length $L' = L/2$.
The new magnetic moment is $M' = m L' = m (L/2) = M/2$.
Solution diagram
99
EasyMCQ
$A$ cylindrical magnetic rod has length $5 \ cm$ and diameter $1 \ cm$. It has uniform magnetization $M = 5.3 \times 10^{3} \ A/m$. Its net magnetic dipole moment is nearly (take $\pi = 22/7$):
A
$2.5 \times 10^{-2} \ J/T$
B
$0.5 \times 10^{-2} \ J/T$
C
$2 \times 10^{-2} \ J/T$
D
$10^{-2} \ J/T$

Solution

(C) The magnetic dipole moment $m$ is given by the product of magnetization $M$ and the volume $V$ of the rod.
$m = M \times V$
Given:
Magnetization $M = 5.3 \times 10^{3} \ A/m$
Length $l = 5 \ cm = 5 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
Diameter $d = 1 \ cm = 1 \times 10^{-2} \ m$,so radius $r = 0.5 \times 10^{-2} \ m$
Volume $V = \pi r^2 l = \frac{22}{7} \times (0.5 \times 10^{-2})^2 \times (5 \times 10^{-2})$
$V = \frac{22}{7} \times 0.25 \times 10^{-4} \times 5 \times 10^{-2} \approx 3.14 \times 1.25 \times 10^{-6} \approx 3.925 \times 10^{-6} \ m^3$
Now,$m = (5.3 \times 10^3) \times (3.925 \times 10^{-6}) \approx 20.8 \times 10^{-3} \approx 2.08 \times 10^{-2} \ J/T$
Rounding to the nearest option,the value is $2 \times 10^{-2} \ J/T$.
100
DifficultMCQ
The magnetic dipole moment of a short magnetic dipole at a distant point along the equator of the magnet has a magnitude of $X$ in $SI$ units. If the distance between the point and the magnet is halved,then the magnitude of the dipole moment will be
A
$2 X$
B
$\frac{1}{2} X$
C
$X$
D
$\frac{1}{8} X$

Solution

(C) The magnetic dipole moment $(M)$ is defined as the product of the pole strength $(m)$ and the magnetic length $(2l)$ of the dipole,i.e.,$M = m \times 2l$.
This property is an intrinsic characteristic of the magnet itself.
It does not depend on the position or the distance of the point where the magnetic field is being measured.
Therefore,changing the distance between the point and the magnet does not affect the magnetic dipole moment.
Thus,the magnitude of the dipole moment remains $X$.

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