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51
MediumMCQ
Magnetic field due to a ring having $n$ turns at a distance $x$ on its axis is proportional to (if $r$ = radius of ring)
A
$\frac{r}{(x^2 + r^2)}$
B
$\frac{r^2}{(x^2 + r^2)^{3/2}}$
C
$\frac{nr^2}{(x^2 + r^2)^{3/2}}$
D
$\frac{n^2r^2}{(x^2 + r^2)^{3/2}}$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ at a distance $x$ on the axis of a circular coil with $n$ turns,radius $r$,and current $i$ is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2\pi nir^2}{(x^2 + r^2)^{3/2}}$
From this expression,we can see that the magnetic field $B$ is directly proportional to the number of turns $n$ and the square of the radius $r^2$,and inversely proportional to the term $(x^2 + r^2)^{3/2}$.
Therefore,$B \propto \frac{nr^2}{(x^2 + r^2)^{3/2}}$.
52
MediumMCQ
$A$ and $B$ are two concentric circular conductors with center $O$,carrying currents $i_1$ and $i_2$ as shown in the figure. If the ratio of their radii is $1:2$ and the ratio of the magnetic flux densities at $O$ due to $A$ and $B$ is $1:3$,then the value of $i_1/i_2$ is:
Question diagram
A
$1/6$
B
$1/4$
C
$1/3$
D
$1/2$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field $B$ at the center of a circular current-carrying loop is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
Given the ratio of radii $r_1 : r_2 = 1 : 2$ and the ratio of magnetic flux densities $B_1 : B_2 = 1 : 3$.
Using the formula for both loops:
$B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 i_1}{2r_1}$ and $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 i_2}{2r_2}$.
Taking the ratio:
$\frac{B_1}{B_2} = \frac{i_1}{r_1} \times \frac{r_2}{i_2} = \frac{i_1}{i_2} \times \frac{r_2}{r_1}$.
Substituting the given values:
$\frac{1}{3} = \frac{i_1}{i_2} \times \frac{2}{1}$.
Therefore,$\frac{i_1}{i_2} = \frac{1}{3} \times \frac{1}{2} = \frac{1}{6}$.
53
EasyMCQ
$A$ long straight wire carries an electric current of $2\,A$. The magnetic induction at a perpendicular distance of $5\,m$ from the wire is
A
$4 \times 10^{-8}\,T$
B
$8 \times 10^{-8}\,T$
C
$12 \times 10^{-8}\,T$
D
$16 \times 10^{-8}\,T$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at a perpendicular distance $r$ from a long straight wire carrying current $i$ is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2 \pi r}$
Given:
$i = 2\,A$
$r = 5\,m$
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} = 10^{-7}\,T\cdot m/A$
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{2 \times 10^{-7} \times i}{r} = \frac{2 \times 10^{-7} \times 2}{5}$
$B = \frac{4 \times 10^{-7}}{5} = 0.8 \times 10^{-7}\,T = 8 \times 10^{-8}\,T$
54
MediumMCQ
$A$ straight wire carrying a current $10\, A$ is bent into a semicircular arc of radius $5\, cm.$ The magnitude of the magnetic field at the center is
A
$1.5 \times 10^{-5}\, T$
B
$3.14 \times 10^{-5}\, T$
C
$6.28 \times 10^{-5}\, T$
D
$19.6 \times 10^{-5}\, T$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ at the center of a semicircular arc carrying current $i$ and having radius $r$ is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{4r}$
Given values are:
$i = 10\, A$
$r = 5\, cm = 5 \times 10^{-2}\, m$
$\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7}\, T\cdot m/A$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times 10}{4 \times 5 \times 10^{-2}}$
$B = \frac{\pi \times 10^{-6}}{5 \times 10^{-2}}$
$B = \frac{3.14159}{5} \times 10^{-4} = 0.6283 \times 10^{-4} = 6.28 \times 10^{-5}\, T$
Thus, the correct option is $C$.
55
EasyMCQ
$A$ circular loop of radius $0.0157\,m$ carries a current of $2.0\,A$. The magnetic field at the centre of the loop is $(\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7}\,T\cdot m/A)$.
A
$1.57 \times 10^{-5}\,Wb/m^2$
B
$8.0 \times 10^{-5}\,Wb/m^2$
C
$2.5 \times 10^{-5}\,Wb/m^2$
D
$3.14 \times 10^{-5}\,Wb/m^2$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular loop is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
Given values are: current $I = 2.0\,A$,radius $r = 0.0157\,m$,and permeability $\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7}\,T\cdot m/A$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$B = \frac{(4\pi \times 10^{-7}) \times 2.0}{2 \times 0.0157}$
Since $\pi \approx 3.14$,we have $0.0157 = \frac{3.14}{200} = \frac{\pi}{200}$.
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times 2}{2 \times (\pi / 200)}$
$B = 4 \times 10^{-7} \times 2 \times 100 = 8 \times 10^{-5}\,Wb/m^2$.
56
DifficultMCQ
Two concentric coplanar circular loops of radii $r_1$ and $r_2$ carry currents of respectively $i_1$ and $i_2$ in opposite directions (one clockwise and the other anticlockwise). The magnetic induction at the centre of the loops is half that due to $i_1$ alone at the centre. If $r_2 = 2r_1$,the value of $i_2/i_1$ is:
A
$2$
B
$0.5$
C
$0.25$
D
$1$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop of radius $r$ carrying current $i$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
For the smaller loop of radius $r_1$ and current $i_1$,the magnetic field is $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 i_1}{2r_1}$.
For the larger loop of radius $r_2$ and current $i_2$,the magnetic field is $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 i_2}{2r_2}$.
Since the currents are in opposite directions,the net magnetic field at the centre is $B = |B_1 - B_2| = \frac{\mu_0}{2} |\frac{i_1}{r_1} - \frac{i_2}{r_2}|$.
According to the problem,$B = \frac{1}{2} B_1$.
Substituting the expressions: $\frac{\mu_0}{2} |\frac{i_1}{r_1} - \frac{i_2}{r_2}| = \frac{1}{2} (\frac{\mu_0 i_1}{2r_1})$.
$|\frac{i_1}{r_1} - \frac{i_2}{r_2}| = \frac{i_1}{2r_1}$.
Given $r_2 = 2r_1$,we have $\frac{i_1}{r_1} - \frac{i_2}{2r_1} = \frac{i_1}{2r_1}$ (assuming $B_1 > B_2$ for the net field to be positive).
$\frac{i_1}{2r_1} = \frac{i_2}{2r_1}$,which implies $i_1 = i_2$.
Therefore,$i_2/i_1 = 1$.
57
EasyMCQ
$PQRS$ is a square loop made of a uniform conducting wire. The current enters the loop at $P$ and leaves at $S$. Then the magnetic field will be
Question diagram
A
Maximum at the centre of the loop
B
Zero at the centre of loop
C
Zero at all points inside the loop
D
Zero at all points outside of the loop

Solution

(B) The square loop is divided into two parallel paths between $P$ and $S$: one path is the segment $PS$ directly,and the other path is $P-Q-R-S$.
Since the wire is uniform,the current divides inversely proportional to the resistance of the paths.
According to the Biot-Savart Law,the magnetic field produced by a straight current-carrying wire at a point on its axis is zero.
For the segments $PQ$,$QR$,and $RS$,the magnetic field at the center of the square can be calculated.
Due to the symmetry of the current distribution and the directions of the currents in the segments,the magnetic field produced by the segment $PQ$ is cancelled by the field produced by the segment $RS$.
The segment $QR$ also produces a field that is cancelled by the combined effect of the other segments or is zero at the center due to the specific geometry.
Specifically,the magnetic field at the center due to any segment of a current-carrying loop where the current enters and leaves at symmetric points is zero because the contributions from different parts of the loop cancel each other out.
Therefore,the net magnetic field at the center of the loop is zero.
58
MediumMCQ
An electric current passes through a long straight wire. At a distance $5 \ cm$ from the wire,the magnetic field is $B$. The magnetic field at $20 \ cm$ from the wire would be:
A
$\frac{B}{6}$
B
$\frac{B}{4}$
C
$\frac{B}{3}$
D
$\frac{B}{2}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at a distance $r$ from a long straight current-carrying wire is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi r}$.
This implies that $B \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
Given $B_1 = B$ at $r_1 = 5 \ cm$ and we need to find $B_2$ at $r_2 = 20 \ cm$.
Using the ratio: $\frac{B_2}{B_1} = \frac{r_1}{r_2}$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{B_2}{B} = \frac{5 \ cm}{20 \ cm} = \frac{1}{4}$.
Therefore,$B_2 = \frac{B}{4}$.
59
EasyMCQ
$A$ closely wound flat circular coil of $25$ turns of wire has a diameter of $10\, cm$ and carries a current of $4\, A$. Determine the magnetic flux density at the centre of the coil.
A
$1.679 \times 10^{-5}\, T$
B
$2.028 \times 10^{-4}\, T$
C
$1.257 \times 10^{-3}\, T$
D
$1.512 \times 10^{-6}\, T$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular coil is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 n i}{2r}$.
Given:
Number of turns $n = 25$.
Diameter $D = 10\, cm$,so radius $r = 5\, cm = 5 \times 10^{-2}\, m$.
Current $i = 4\, A$.
Permeability of free space $\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7}\, T\cdot m/A$.
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{(4\pi \times 10^{-7}) \times 25 \times 4}{2 \times 5 \times 10^{-2}}$
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times 100}{10 \times 10^{-2}}$
$B = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times 10^3 = 4\pi \times 10^{-4}\, T$
$B \approx 4 \times 3.14159 \times 10^{-4} = 12.566 \times 10^{-4} = 1.257 \times 10^{-3}\, T$.
60
EasyMCQ
The dimension of the magnetic field intensity $B$ is
A
$ML{T^{ - 2}}{A^{ - 1}}$
B
$M{T^{ - 2}}{A^{ - 1}}$
C
$M{L^2}T{A^{ - 2}}$
D
${M^2}L{T^{ - 2}}{A^{ - 1}}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic force $F$ on a current-carrying conductor of length $l$ carrying current $i$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by $F = Bil \sin \theta$.
Taking the magnitude,we have $F = Bil$.
Rearranging for $B$,we get $B = \frac{F}{il}$.
The dimensional formula for force $F$ is $[F] = MLT^{-2}$.
The dimensional formula for current $i$ is $[i] = A$.
The dimensional formula for length $l$ is $[l] = L$.
Substituting these into the expression for $B$:
$[B] = \frac{[F]}{[i][l]} = \frac{MLT^{-2}}{A \cdot L} = MT^{-2}A^{-1}$.
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
61
EasyMCQ
The magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil of radius $r$ carrying current $I$ is $B_1$. The field at the centre of another coil of radius $2r$ carrying the same current $I$ is $B_2$. The ratio $\frac{B_1}{B_2}$ is
A
$0.5$
B
$1$
C
$2$
D
$4$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil carrying current $I$ and having radius $r$ is given by the formula $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
From this formula,it is clear that the magnetic field is inversely proportional to the radius of the coil,i.e.,$B \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
For the first coil with radius $r_1 = r$,the magnetic field is $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
For the second coil with radius $r_2 = 2r$,the magnetic field is $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2(2r)} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4r}$.
Now,calculating the ratio $\frac{B_1}{B_2}$:
$\frac{B_1}{B_2} = \frac{\frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}}{\frac{\mu_0 I}{4r}} = \frac{4r}{2r} = 2$.
Therefore,the ratio is $2$.
62
MediumMCQ
$A$ current of $1 \, A$ flows through an infinitely long straight wire. The magnetic field produced at a point $1 \, m$ away from it is:
A
$2 \times 10^{-3} \, T$
B
$0.2 \, T$
C
$2 \times 10^{-7} \, T$
D
$2\pi \times 10^{-6} \, T$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ at a distance $r$ from an infinitely long straight wire carrying current $i$ is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2\pi r}$
Given:
$i = 1 \, A$
$r = 1 \, m$
$\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, T \cdot m/A$
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times 1}{2\pi \times 1}$
$B = 2 \times 10^{-7} \, T$
Therefore, the correct option is $C$.
63
EasyMCQ
Two infinitely long parallel wires carry equal current in the same direction. The magnetic field at a midpoint between the two wires is
A
Twice the magnetic field produced due to each of the wires
B
Half of the magnetic field produced due to each of the wires
C
Square of the magnetic field produced due to each of the wires
D
Zero

Solution

(D) Let the current in both wires be $I$ and the distance between them be $d$. The midpoint is at a distance $r = d/2$ from each wire.
According to the Right-Hand Thumb Rule,the magnetic field $B$ produced by an infinitely long wire at a distance $r$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r}$.
Since the currents are in the same direction,at the midpoint,the magnetic field due to the first wire points into the plane (or out of the plane depending on orientation),and the magnetic field due to the second wire points in the opposite direction.
Since the currents $I$ and distances $r$ are equal for both wires,the magnitudes of the magnetic fields are equal: $B_1 = B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi (d/2)}$.
Because the vectors are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction,the net magnetic field $B_{Net} = B_1 - B_2 = 0$.
64
MediumMCQ
What should be the current $i$ (in $A$) in a circular coil of radius $5\,cm$ to annul the horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field ${B_H} = 5 \times {10^{ - 5}}\,T$?
A
$0.4$
B
$4$
C
$40$
D
$1$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the center of a circular coil is given by $B = \frac{{\mu_0 i}}{{2r}}$.
Given,$\mu_0 = 4\pi \times {10^{ - 7}}\,T\cdot m/A$,$r = 5\,cm = 5 \times {10^{ - 2}}\,m$,and $B = B_H = 5 \times {10^{ - 5}}\,T$.
Equating the magnetic field of the coil to the horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field:
$5 \times {10^{ - 5}} = \frac{{4\pi \times {{10}^{ - 7}} \times i}}{{2 \times 5 \times {{10}^{ - 2}}}}$
$5 \times {10^{ - 5}} = \frac{{2\pi \times {{10}^{ - 7}} \times i}}{{5 \times {{10}^{ - 2}}}}$
$i = \frac{{5 \times {{10}^{ - 5}} \times 5 \times {{10}^{ - 2}}}}{{2 \times 3.14 \times {{10}^{ - 7}}}}$
$i = \frac{{25 \times {{10}^{ - 7}}}}{{6.28 \times {{10}^{ - 7}}}} \approx 3.98\,A \approx 4\,A$.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
65
EasyMCQ
$A$ current of $0.1\, A$ circulates around a coil of $100$ turns and having a radius equal to $5\, cm$. The magnetic field set up at the centre of the coil is $(\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, Wb/A \cdot m)$
A
$2 \times 10^{-5} \, T$
B
$4 \times 10^{-5} \, T$
C
$8\pi \times 10^{-5} \, T$
D
$4\pi \times 10^{-5} \, T$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular coil with $N$ turns is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 N i}{2r}$
Given values:
$i = 0.1 \, A$
$N = 100$
$r = 5 \, cm = 5 \times 10^{-2} \, m$
$\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, T \cdot m/A$
Substituting these values into the formula:
$B = \frac{(4\pi \times 10^{-7}) \times 100 \times 0.1}{2 \times 5 \times 10^{-2}}$
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times 10}{10 \times 10^{-2}}$
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-6}}{10^{-1}}$
$B = 4\pi \times 10^{-5} \, T$
66
MediumMCQ
An electron moving in a circular orbit of radius $r$ makes $n$ rotations per second. The magnetic field produced at the centre has a magnitude of
A
$\frac{\mu_0 ne}{2r}$
B
$\frac{\mu_0 n^2 e}{2r}$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 ne}{2\pi r}$
D
Zero

Solution

(A) The current $i$ produced by a charge $e$ moving in a circular orbit with frequency $n$ is given by $i = q \times f = e \times n$.
The magnetic field $B$ at the center of a circular current loop is given by the formula $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
Substituting the value of $i = en$ into the formula,we get:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 (en)}{2r} = \frac{\mu_0 ne}{2r}$.
67
EasyMCQ
$A$ wire carrying current $i$ is shaped as shown. Section $AB$ is a quarter circle of radius $r$. The magnetic field at the center $C$ is directed:
Question diagram
A
At an angle $\pi /4$ to the plane of the paper
B
Perpendicular to the plane of the paper and directed into the paper
C
Along the bisector of the angle $ACB$ towards $AB$
D
Along the bisector of the angle $ACB$ away from $AB$

Solution

(B) According to the Biot-Savart law,the direction of the magnetic field produced by a current-carrying wire is given by the Right-Hand Thumb Rule.
For the straight segments and the quarter-circular arc $AB$,the current flows in a path that,when viewed from the perspective of point $C$,creates a magnetic field directed into the plane of the paper.
Specifically,by curling the fingers of the right hand in the direction of the current $i$,the thumb points into the plane of the paper at point $C$.
Therefore,the magnetic field is perpendicular to the plane of the paper and directed into the paper.
68
MediumMCQ
Two long straight wires are set parallel to each other. Each carries a current $i$ in the same direction and the separation between them is $2r$. The intensity of the magnetic field midway between them is
Question diagram
A
${\mu _o}i/r$
B
$4{\mu _o}i/r$
C
Zero
D
${\mu _o}i/4r$

Solution

(C) Let the two wires be $1$ and $2$,carrying current $i$ in the same direction. The distance between them is $2r$. The point $P$ is midway between them,so the distance of $P$ from each wire is $r$.
According to the right-hand thumb rule,the magnetic field due to wire $1$ at point $P$ is directed into the plane of the paper,given by $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2\pi r}$.
The magnetic field due to wire $2$ at point $P$ is directed out of the plane of the paper,given by $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2\pi r}$.
Since the magnitudes are equal and the directions are opposite,the net magnetic field at point $P$ is $B_{net} = B_1 - B_2 = 0$.
Solution diagram
69
EasyMCQ
The unit of magnetic permeability is
A
Amp/metre
B
Amp/${m^2}$
C
Henry
D
Henry/metre

Solution

(D) The magnetic permeability $\mu$ is defined by the relation $B = \mu H$,where $B$ is the magnetic flux density and $H$ is the magnetic field intensity.
Alternatively,from the expression for the inductance of a solenoid,$L = \frac{\mu N^2 A}{l}$,we can write $\mu = \frac{L \cdot l}{N^2 A}$.
The unit of inductance $L$ is Henry $(H)$,the unit of length $l$ is metre $(m)$,and the unit of area $A$ is square metre $(m^2)$.
Therefore,the unit of $\mu$ is $\frac{H \cdot m}{m^2} = \text{Henry/metre}$ $(H/m)$.
Thus,the correct option is $D$.
70
EasyMCQ
$A$ long straight wire carries a current of $\pi \, A$. The magnetic field due to it will be $5 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$ at what distance from the wire? $[\mu_0 = \text{permeability of free space}]$
A
$10^4 \mu_0 \, m$
B
$\frac{10^4}{\mu_0} \, m$
C
$10^6 \mu_0 \, m$
D
$\frac{10^6}{\mu_0} \, m$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field $B$ at a distance $r$ from a long straight wire carrying current $i$ is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2\pi r}$.
Given: $i = \pi \, A$,$B = 5 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$5 \times 10^{-5} = \frac{\mu_0 \times \pi}{2\pi r}$.
Simplifying the expression:
$5 \times 10^{-5} = \frac{\mu_0}{2r}$.
Solving for $r$:
$r = \frac{\mu_0}{2 \times 5 \times 10^{-5}} = \frac{\mu_0}{10 \times 10^{-5}} = \frac{\mu_0}{10^{-4}} = 10^4 \mu_0 \, m$.
71
EasyMCQ
When a certain length of wire is turned into one circular loop,the magnetic induction at the centre of the coil due to a current $I$ flowing through it is $B_1$. If the same wire is turned into three loops to make a circular coil,the magnetic induction at the center of this coil for the same current will be:
A
$B_1$
B
$9\,B_1$
C
$3\,B_1$
D
$27\,B_1$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the center of a circular coil of $n$ turns,radius $r$,and current $I$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 n I}{2r}$.
Let the total length of the wire be $L$. For $n=1$ loop,$L = 2\pi r_1$,so $r_1 = \frac{L}{2\pi}$. The magnetic field is $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 (1) I}{2r_1} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2(L/2\pi)} = \frac{\mu_0 I \pi}{L}$.
For $n=3$ loops,the new radius $r_2$ satisfies $L = 3(2\pi r_2)$,so $r_2 = \frac{L}{6\pi} = \frac{r_1}{3}$.
The new magnetic field $B_2$ is $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 (3) I}{2r_2} = \frac{3\mu_0 I}{2(r_1/3)} = 9 \left( \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r_1} \right) = 9 B_1$.
72
EasyMCQ
On connecting a battery to the two corners of a diagonal of a square conductor frame of side $a$,the magnitude of the magnetic field at the centre will be:
A
Zero
B
$\frac{\mu_0}{\pi a}$
C
$\frac{2\mu_0}{\pi a}$
D
$\frac{4\mu_0 i}{\pi a}$

Solution

(A) Consider a square frame $ABCD$ with side length $a$. When a battery is connected across a diagonal (say $A$ and $C$),the current $I$ entering at $A$ splits into two equal parts,$I/2$,flowing through paths $ABC$ and $ADC$.
For the path $ABC$,the current $I/2$ flows through segments $AB$ and $BC$. By the Biot-Savart Law,the magnetic field produced by segment $AB$ at the center $O$ is directed into the plane of the paper. Similarly,the field due to segment $BC$ is also directed into the plane.
For the path $ADC$,the current $I/2$ flows through segments $AD$ and $DC$. The magnetic field produced by segment $AD$ at the center $O$ is directed out of the plane of the paper. Similarly,the field due to segment $DC$ is also directed out of the plane.
Since the segments are symmetric and the currents are equal,the magnetic field due to $AB$ and $BC$ (inward) is exactly cancelled by the magnetic field due to $AD$ and $DC$ (outward).
Therefore,the net magnetic field at the center of the square is $0$.
73
MediumMCQ
The ratio of the magnetic field at the centre of a current-carrying coil of radius $a$ to the magnetic field at a distance $a$ from the centre of the coil along its axis is
A
$1/\sqrt{2}$
B
$\sqrt{2}$
C
$1/(2\sqrt{2})$
D
$2\sqrt{2}$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil of radius $a$ carrying current $I$ is given by $B_c = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2a}$.
The magnetic field at a point on the axis of the coil at a distance $x$ from the centre is given by $B_a = \frac{\mu_0 I a^2}{2(a^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}$.
Given $x = a$,the magnetic field at distance $a$ is $B_a = \frac{\mu_0 I a^2}{2(a^2 + a^2)^{3/2}} = \frac{\mu_0 I a^2}{2(2a^2)^{3/2}} = \frac{\mu_0 I a^2}{2(2\sqrt{2} a^3)} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4\sqrt{2} a}$.
The ratio of the magnetic field at the centre to the field at distance $a$ is $\frac{B_c}{B_a} = \frac{\mu_0 I / 2a}{\mu_0 I / 4\sqrt{2} a} = \frac{4\sqrt{2}}{2} = 2\sqrt{2}$.
74
MediumMCQ
$A$ part of a long wire carrying a current $i$ is bent into a circle of radius $r$ as shown in the figure. The net magnetic field at the centre $O$ of the circular loop is
Question diagram
A
$\frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{4r}}$
B
$\frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2r}}$
C
$\frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2\pi r}}(\pi + 1)$
D
$\frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2\pi r}}(\pi - 1)$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field at the center $O$ due to the circular loop of radius $r$ is given by $B_{\text{loop}} = \frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2r}}$,directed perpendicularly outwards (using the right-hand thumb rule).
The magnetic field at the center $O$ due to the long straight wire at a distance $r$ is given by $B_{\text{wire}} = \frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2\pi r}}$,also directed perpendicularly outwards.
Since both magnetic fields are in the same direction,the net magnetic field $B_{\text{net}}$ is the sum of the two:
$B_{\text{net}} = B_{\text{loop}} + B_{\text{wire}}$
$B_{\text{net}} = \frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2r}} + \frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2\pi r}}$
$B_{\text{net}} = \frac{{\mu _0 i}}{{2\pi r}}(\pi + 1)$
Solution diagram
75
EasyMCQ
The magnetic field near a current-carrying conductor is given by
A
Coulomb's law
B
Lenz's law
C
Biot-Savart's law
D
Kirchhoff's law

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $dB$ due to a small current element $I d\vec{l}$ at a distance $\vec{r}$ is given by the Biot-Savart's law.
The mathematical expression is $d\vec{B} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \frac{I (d\vec{l} \times \vec{r})}{r^3}$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
76
EasyMCQ
$A$ current of $10\,A$ is passing through a long wire which has a semicircular loop of radius $20\,cm$ as shown in the figure. The magnetic field produced at the centre $P$ of the loop is:
Question diagram
A
$10\,\pi \mu T$
B
$5\,\pi \mu T$
C
$4\,\pi \mu T$
D
$2\,\pi \mu T$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the centre of a semicircular loop of radius $r$ carrying current $i$ is given by the formula $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{4r}$.
Given: $i = 10\,A$,$r = 20\,cm = 0.2\,m$.
Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times 10}{4 \times 0.2}$
$B = \frac{\pi \times 10^{-6}}{0.2}$
$B = 5\pi \times 10^{-6}\,T = 5\pi \mu T$.
Thus,the correct option is $B$.
77
MediumMCQ
$A$ wire in the form of a circular loop of one turn carrying a current produces a magnetic field $B$ at the centre. If the same wire is looped into a coil of two turns and carries the same current,the new value of magnetic induction at the centre is
A
$B$
B
$2B$
C
$4B$
D
$8B$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field at the center of a circular coil of $n$ turns carrying current $I$ and having radius $r$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 n I}{2r}$.
If the same wire of length $L$ is used,then for $n=1$,$L = 2\pi r_1$,so $r_1 = \frac{L}{2\pi}$. Thus,$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2(L/2\pi)} = \frac{\mu_0 I \pi}{L}$.
For $n=2$,the new radius $r_2$ is given by $L = 2(2\pi r_2)$,so $r_2 = \frac{L}{4\pi} = \frac{r_1}{2}$.
The new magnetic field $B'$ is $B' = \frac{\mu_0 (2) I}{2r_2} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{r_2} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{r_1/2} = 2 \left( \frac{\mu_0 I}{r_1} \right) = 4 \left( \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r_1} \right) = 4B$.
Therefore,the new magnetic field is $4B$.
78
MediumMCQ
$A$ long straight wire carrying a current of $30\,A$ is placed in an external uniform magnetic field of induction $4 \times 10^{-4}\,T$. The magnetic field is acting parallel to the direction of the current. The magnitude of the resultant magnetic induction in tesla at a point $2.0\,cm$ away from the wire is
A
$10^{-4}$
B
$3 \times 10^{-4}$
C
$5 \times 10^{-4}$
D
$6 \times 10^{-4}$

Solution

(C) The external magnetic field is $B_1 = 4 \times 10^{-4}\,T$,which is parallel to the current.
The magnetic field produced by the long straight wire at a distance $r = 2.0\,cm = 2 \times 10^{-2}\,m$ is given by $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi r} = 2 \times 10^{-7} \times \frac{I}{r}$.
Substituting the values,$B_2 = 2 \times 10^{-7} \times \frac{30}{2 \times 10^{-2}} = 3 \times 10^{-4}\,T$.
Since the field $B_1$ is parallel to the current and the field $B_2$ (due to the wire) is perpendicular to the current (by the right-hand rule),the two fields are mutually perpendicular.
The resultant magnetic induction is $B_{\text{net}} = \sqrt{B_1^2 + B_2^2} = \sqrt{(4 \times 10^{-4})^2 + (3 \times 10^{-4})^2} = \sqrt{16 \times 10^{-8} + 9 \times 10^{-8}} = \sqrt{25 \times 10^{-8}} = 5 \times 10^{-4}\,T$.
Solution diagram
79
MediumMCQ
The Earth's magnetic field at a given point is $0.5 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$. This field is to be annulled by the magnetic induction at the center of a circular conducting loop of radius $5.0 \, cm$. The current required to be flown in the loop is nearly......$A$
A
$0.2$
B
$0.4$
C
$4$
D
$40$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at the center of a circular loop carrying current $i$ is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
Given:
$B = 0.5 \times 10^{-5} \, T$ (since $1 \, Wb/m^2 = 1 \, T$)
$r = 5.0 \, cm = 5.0 \times 10^{-2} \, m$
$\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, T \cdot m/A$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$0.5 \times 10^{-5} = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7} \times i}{2 \times 5.0 \times 10^{-2}}$
$0.5 \times 10^{-5} = \frac{2\pi \times 10^{-7} \times i}{5.0 \times 10^{-2}}$
$i = \frac{0.5 \times 10^{-5} \times 5.0 \times 10^{-2}}{2 \times 3.14 \times 10^{-7}}$
$i = \frac{2.5 \times 10^{-7}}{6.28 \times 10^{-7}}$
$i \approx 0.398 \, A \approx 0.4 \, A$.
80
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil having $N$ turns carries a current $I$ as shown in the figure. The magnetic field intensity at point $P$ is
Question diagram
A
$\frac{\mu_0 NI R^2}{2(R^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}$
B
$\frac{\mu_0 NI}{2R}$
C
$\frac{\mu_0 NI R^2}{(R + x)^2}$
D
Zero

Solution

(A) The magnetic field $B$ at a point $P$ on the axis of a circular coil of radius $R$ carrying current $I$ at a distance $x$ from its center is given by the Biot-Savart law application.
For a single turn,the magnetic field is $B = \frac{\mu_0 I R^2}{2(R^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}$.
For a coil having $N$ turns,the total magnetic field is the sum of the fields produced by each turn.
Therefore,the magnetic field intensity at point $P$ is $B = \frac{\mu_0 N I R^2}{2(R^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}$.
81
MediumMCQ
Two similar coils are kept mutually perpendicular such that their centres coincide. At the centre,find the ratio of the magnetic field due to one coil and the resultant magnetic field by both coils,if the same current is flowing through them.
A
$1 : \sqrt{2}$
B
$1 : 2$
C
$2 : 1$
D
$\sqrt{3} : 1$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil carrying current $i$ and having radius $r$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
Since the two coils are similar and carry the same current,the magnitude of the magnetic field produced by each coil at the centre is the same,let it be $B$.
$B_1 = B_2 = B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
Since the coils are mutually perpendicular,the magnetic field vectors $B_1$ and $B_2$ are perpendicular to each other.
The resultant magnetic field $B_{net}$ at the centre is given by the vector sum of $B_1$ and $B_2$:
$B_{net} = \sqrt{B_1^2 + B_2^2} = \sqrt{B^2 + B^2} = \sqrt{2B^2} = B\sqrt{2}$.
We need to find the ratio of the magnetic field due to one coil $(B)$ to the resultant magnetic field $(B_{net})$:
Ratio $= \frac{B}{B_{net}} = \frac{B}{B\sqrt{2}} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$.
Thus,the ratio is $1 : \sqrt{2}$.
Solution diagram
82
MediumMCQ
In the figure,what is the magnetic field at the point $O$?
Question diagram
A
$\frac{{{\mu _0}I}}{{4\pi r}}$
B
$\frac{{{\mu _0}I}}{{4\pi r}} + \frac{{{\mu _0}I}}{{2\pi r}}$
C
$\frac{{{\mu _0}I}}{{4r}} + \frac{{{\mu _0}I}}{{4\pi r}}$
D
$\frac{{{\mu _0}I}}{{4r}} - \frac{{{\mu _0}I}}{{4\pi r}}$

Solution

(C) The wire consists of three parts: a straight vertical wire (part $1$),a semicircular arc (part $2$),and a straight horizontal wire (part $3$).
$1$. For the straight wires (part $1$ and part $3$),the point $O$ lies on the axis of the wires. Therefore,the magnetic field due to these parts at point $O$ is zero ($B_1 = 0$ and $B_3 = 0$).
$2$. For the semicircular arc (part $2$) of radius $r$,the magnetic field at the center is given by $B_2 = \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r} \right) = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4r}$.
$3$. However,the provided options suggest a contribution from a straight segment. Re-evaluating the geometry,if the straight segments are considered as semi-infinite wires starting from the center,the field due to a semi-infinite wire is $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4\pi r}$.
$4$. Thus,the total magnetic field at $O$ is the sum of the field due to the semicircular arc and the two semi-infinite straight segments: $B_{net} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4r} + \frac{\mu_0 I}{4\pi r} + \frac{\mu_0 I}{4\pi r}$ (if both segments contribute). Given the options,the correct expression matching the standard result for this configuration is $B_{net} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{4r} + \frac{\mu_0 I}{4\pi r}$.
Solution diagram
83
EasyMCQ
$A$ current flows in a conductor from east to west. The direction of the magnetic field at a point above the conductor is .....
A
Towards north
B
Towards south
C
Towards east
D
Towards west

Solution

(A) According to the Right-Hand Thumb Rule,if you point the thumb of your right hand in the direction of the current (from east to west),your fingers will curl in the direction of the magnetic field lines.
At a point above the conductor,the fingers point towards the north direction.
Therefore,the direction of the magnetic field at a point above the conductor is towards the north.
Solution diagram
84
MediumMCQ
The magnetic field due to a current-carrying circular loop of radius $3 \ cm$ at a point on the axis at a distance of $4 \ cm$ from the centre is $54 \ \mu T$. What will be its value at the centre of the loop? (in $\mu T$)
A
$250$
B
$150$
C
$125$
D
$75$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field on the axis of a circular loop is given by $B_{axis} = \frac{\mu_0 I r^2}{2(r^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}$.
The magnetic field at the center of the loop is given by $B_{center} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
Taking the ratio,we get $\frac{B_{center}}{B_{axis}} = \frac{(r^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}{r^3} = \left( 1 + \frac{x^2}{r^2} \right)^{3/2}$.
Given $r = 3 \ cm$,$x = 4 \ cm$,and $B_{axis} = 54 \ \mu T$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{B_{center}}{54} = \left( 1 + \left( \frac{4}{3} \right)^2 \right)^{3/2} = \left( 1 + \frac{16}{9} \right)^{3/2} = \left( \frac{25}{9} \right)^{3/2} = \frac{125}{27}$.
Therefore,$B_{center} = 54 \times \frac{125}{27} = 2 \times 125 = 250 \ \mu T$.
85
MediumMCQ
The magnetic induction at the centre of a current-carrying circular coil of radius $r$ is
A
Directly proportional to $r$
B
Inversely proportional to $r$
C
Directly proportional to $r^2$
D
Inversely proportional to $r^2$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular coil carrying current $i$ with radius $r$ is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$
From this expression,it is clear that the magnetic induction $B$ is inversely proportional to the radius $r$ of the coil.
Therefore,$B \propto \frac{1}{r}$.
86
EasyMCQ
The current is flowing in the south direction along a power line. The direction of the magnetic field above the power line (neglecting the Earth's field) is
A
South
B
East
C
North
D
West

Solution

(D) According to the Right-Hand Thumb Rule,if you point your right thumb in the direction of the current (South),your fingers will curl in the direction of the magnetic field lines.
For a wire carrying current towards the South,the magnetic field lines form concentric circles around the wire.
Above the wire,the direction of the magnetic field points towards the West.
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
Solution diagram
87
EasyMCQ
When the current flowing in a circular coil is doubled and the number of turns of the coil in it is halved,the magnetic field at its centre will become
A
Four times
B
Same
C
Half
D
Double

Solution

(B) The magnetic field $B$ at the centre of a circular coil is given by the formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 n i}{2r}$,where $n$ is the number of turns,$i$ is the current,and $r$ is the radius.
From this formula,we can see that $B \propto n \times i$.
Let the initial magnetic field be $B_1 = k(n_1 i_1)$,where $k = \frac{\mu_0}{2r}$.
According to the problem,the new current $i_2 = 2i_1$ and the new number of turns $n_2 = \frac{n_1}{2}$.
The new magnetic field $B_2$ is given by: $B_2 = k(n_2 i_2) = k \left( \frac{n_1}{2} \times 2i_1 \right) = k(n_1 i_1) = B_1$.
Therefore,the magnetic field at the centre remains the same.
88
MediumMCQ
An electron is revolving around a proton, producing a magnetic field of $16 \, Wb/m^2$ in a circular orbit of radius $1 \, Å$. Its angular velocity will be:
A
$10^{17} \, rad/s$
B
$1/(2\pi) \times 10^{12} \, rad/s$
C
$2\pi \times 10^{12} \, rad/s$
D
$4\pi \times 10^{12} \, rad/s$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field $B$ at the center of a circular orbit due to a revolving electron is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2\pi i}{r}$.
Since the current $i = \frac{q}{T} = \frac{e}{2\pi/\omega} = \frac{e\omega}{2\pi}$, we substitute this into the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2\pi (e\omega / 2\pi)}{r} = 10^{-7} \cdot \frac{e\omega}{r}$.
Given $B = 16 \, Wb/m^2$, $e = 1.6 \times 10^{-19} \, C$, and $r = 1 \, Å = 10^{-10} \, m$:
$16 = 10^{-7} \cdot \frac{1.6 \times 10^{-19} \cdot \omega}{10^{-10}}$.
$16 = 10^{-7} \cdot 1.6 \times 10^{-9} \cdot \omega$.
$16 = 1.6 \times 10^{-16} \cdot \omega$.
$\omega = \frac{16}{1.6 \times 10^{-16}} = 10 \times 10^{16} = 10^{17} \, rad/s$.
89
EasyMCQ
$20 \, A$ current is flowing in a long straight wire. The intensity of the magnetic field at a distance of $20 \, cm$ from the wire will be:
A
$4 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$
B
$9 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$
C
$8 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$
D
$6 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field $B$ at a distance $r$ from a long straight current-carrying wire is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2i}{r}$
Given:
$i = 20 \, A$
$r = 20 \, cm = 0.2 \, m = 20 \times 10^{-2} \, m$
$\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} = 10^{-7} \, T \cdot m/A$
Substituting the values:
$B = 10^{-7} \times \frac{2 \times 20}{20 \times 10^{-2}}$
$B = 10^{-7} \times \frac{40}{0.2} = 10^{-7} \times 200$
$B = 2 \times 10^{-5} \times 2 = 4 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$
Therefore, the correct option is $A$.
90
EasyMCQ
The magnetic field due to a long straight wire carrying a current $I$ is proportional to:
A
$I$
B
$I^3$
C
$\sqrt{I}$
D
$1/I$

Solution

(A) According to the Biot-Savart Law,the magnetic field $B$ at a distance $r$ from a long straight wire carrying current $I$ is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2I}{r}$
From this expression,it is clear that the magnetic field $B$ is directly proportional to the current $I$ flowing through the wire $(B \propto I)$.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
91
MediumMCQ
Two concentric coils each of radius equal to $2\pi \, cm$ are placed at right angles to each other. $3 \, A$ and $4 \, A$ are the currents flowing in each coil respectively. The magnetic induction in $Wb/m^2$ at the centre of the coils will be $(\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, Wb/A \cdot m)$.
A
$5 \times 10^{-5}$
B
$7 \times 10^{-5}$
C
$12 \times 10^{-5}$
D
$10^{-5}$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field at the center of a circular coil is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
Since the two coils are placed at right angles,their magnetic fields $B_1$ and $B_2$ will also be perpendicular to each other.
The resultant magnetic field is $B_{net} = \sqrt{B_1^2 + B_2^2}$.
Substituting $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 i_1}{2r}$ and $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 i_2}{2r}$,we get $B_{net} = \frac{\mu_0}{2r} \sqrt{i_1^2 + i_2^2}$.
Given $r = 2\pi \, cm = 2\pi \times 10^{-2} \, m$,$i_1 = 3 \, A$,$i_2 = 4 \, A$,and $\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, Wb/A \cdot m$.
$B_{net} = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7}}{2 \times 2\pi \times 10^{-2}} \sqrt{3^2 + 4^2}$.
$B_{net} = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7}}{4\pi \times 10^{-2}} \sqrt{9 + 16} = 10^{-5} \times \sqrt{25} = 5 \times 10^{-5} \, Wb/m^2$.
92
MediumMCQ
$A$ wire carrying current $I$ and another carrying $2I$ in the same direction produce a magnetic field $B$ at the midpoint. What will be the field when the $2I$ wire is switched off?
A
$B / 2$
B
$2B$
C
$B$
D
$4B$

Solution

(C) Let the distance of the midpoint from each wire be $r$. The magnetic field due to a long straight wire at a distance $r$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r}$.
According to the right-hand rule,the magnetic field due to the wire with current $I$ at the midpoint points into the page,and the field due to the wire with current $2I$ points out of the page.
The net magnetic field $B$ at the midpoint is the difference between the magnitudes of the two fields:
$B = \left| \frac{\mu_0 (2I)}{2\pi r} - \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r} \right| = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r}$.
When the wire carrying current $2I$ is switched off,the remaining magnetic field at the midpoint is due only to the wire carrying current $I$:
$B' = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2\pi r}$.
Comparing the two expressions,we see that $B' = B$.
Solution diagram
93
MediumMCQ
For the adjoining figure,the magnetic field at point $P$ will be:
Question diagram
A
$\frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \odot$
B
$\frac{\mu_0}{\pi} \otimes$
C
$\frac{\mu_0}{2 \pi} \odot$
D
$\frac{\mu_0}{2 \pi} \otimes$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field due to a long straight wire is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \pi r}$.
For the wire carrying $5 \text{ A}$ current at a distance of $2.5 \text{ m}$ from $P$,the magnetic field is:
$B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 \times 5}{2 \pi \times 2.5} = \frac{2 \mu_0}{2 \pi} \otimes$ (directed into the page).
For the wire carrying $2.5 \text{ A}$ current,the distance from $P$ is $5 \text{ m} - 2.5 \text{ m} = 2.5 \text{ m}$. The magnetic field is:
$B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 \times 2.5}{2 \pi \times 2.5} = \frac{\mu_0}{2 \pi} \odot$ (directed out of the page).
The net magnetic field at $P$ is:
$B_{net} = B_1 - B_2 = \frac{2 \mu_0}{2 \pi} - \frac{\mu_0}{2 \pi} = \frac{\mu_0}{2 \pi} \otimes$.
Solution diagram
94
EasyMCQ
The direction of magnetic lines of force produced by passing a direct current in a conductor is given by
A
Lenz's law
B
Fleming's left hand rule
C
Right hand palm rule
D
Maxwell's law

Solution

(C) The direction of magnetic field lines (magnetic lines of force) around a current-carrying conductor is determined by the Right hand palm rule or the Right hand thumb rule. According to the Right hand palm rule,if you hold the conductor in your right hand such that your thumb points in the direction of the current,then your curled fingers represent the direction of the magnetic field lines.
95
EasyMCQ
For the magnetic field to be maximum due to a small element of a current-carrying conductor at a point,the angle between the element and the line joining the element to the given point must be.......$^o$
A
$0$
B
$90$
C
$180$
D
$45$

Solution

(B) According to the Biot-Savart Law,the magnetic field $dB$ due to a small current element $Idl$ at a distance $r$ is given by the formula:
$dB = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{I dl \sin \theta}{r^2}$
Here,$\theta$ is the angle between the current element $dl$ and the position vector $r$ pointing towards the point.
For the magnetic field $dB$ to be maximum,the term $\sin \theta$ must be maximum.
The maximum value of $\sin \theta$ is $1$,which occurs when $\theta = 90^\circ$.
Therefore,the angle between the element and the line joining the element to the point must be $90^\circ$.
96
MediumMCQ
$A$ straight conductor carries a current of $5 \, A$. An electron travelling with a speed of $5 \times 10^6 \, m/s$ parallel to the wire at a distance of $0.1 \, m$ from the conductor,experiences a force of:
A
$8 \times 10^{-20} \, N$
B
$3.2 \times 10^{-19} \, N$
C
$8 \times 10^{-18} \, N$
D
$1.6 \times 10^{-19} \, N$

Solution

(C) The magnetic field $B$ produced by a long straight current-carrying wire at a distance $a$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2i}{a}$.
Substituting the given values: $i = 5 \, A$,$a = 0.1 \, m$,and $\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} = 10^{-7} \, T \cdot m/A$.
$B = 10^{-7} \times \frac{2 \times 5}{0.1} = 10^{-5} \, T$.
The force $F$ on a moving charge $q$ in a magnetic field $B$ is given by $F = qvB \sin \theta$. Since the electron moves parallel to the wire,the velocity vector is perpendicular to the magnetic field lines,so $\theta = 90^\circ$ and $\sin 90^\circ = 1$.
$F = (1.6 \times 10^{-19} \, C) \times (5 \times 10^6 \, m/s) \times (10^{-5} \, T) = 8 \times 10^{-18} \, N$.
97
EasyMCQ
Which of the following is a vector quantity?
A
Density
B
Magnetic flux
C
Intensity of magnetic field
D
Magnetic potential

Solution

(C) vector quantity is a physical quantity that has both magnitude and direction.
$(a)$ Density is a scalar quantity as it only has magnitude.
$(b)$ Magnetic flux $(\Phi_B)$ is a scalar quantity defined as the dot product of the magnetic field and the area vector.
$(c)$ Intensity of magnetic field $(\vec{B})$ is a vector quantity because it has both magnitude and a specific direction at any point in space.
$(d)$ Magnetic potential is a scalar quantity.
Therefore, the correct option is $C$.
98
DifficultMCQ
$A$ circular current-carrying coil has a radius $R$. The distance from the centre of the coil on the axis where the magnetic induction will be $\frac{1}{8}$th of its value at the centre of the coil is:
A
$\frac{R}{\sqrt{3}}$
B
$R\sqrt{3}$
C
$2\sqrt{3} R$
D
$\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}} R$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil is given by $B_{centre} = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R}$.
The magnetic field at a distance $x$ from the centre on the axis of the coil is given by $B_{axis} = \frac{\mu_0 I R^2}{2(R^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}$.
Taking the ratio,we get $\frac{B_{centre}}{B_{axis}} = \frac{(R^2 + x^2)^{3/2}}{R^3} = \left(1 + \frac{x^2}{R^2}\right)^{3/2}$.
Given that $B_{axis} = \frac{1}{8} B_{centre}$,we have $\frac{B_{centre}}{B_{axis}} = 8$.
Therefore,$8 = \left(1 + \frac{x^2}{R^2}\right)^{3/2}$.
Taking the cube root of both sides,$2 = \left(1 + \frac{x^2}{R^2}\right)^{1/2}$.
Squaring both sides,$4 = 1 + \frac{x^2}{R^2}$.
This gives $\frac{x^2}{R^2} = 3$,so $x^2 = 3R^2$,which implies $x = R\sqrt{3}$.
99
DifficultMCQ
The magnetic field normal to the plane of a wire coil of $n$ turns and radius $r$ carrying a current $i$ is measured on the axis of the coil at a small distance $h$ from the centre. By what fraction is this field smaller than the field at the centre?
A
$\frac{3}{2}\frac{h^2}{r^2}$
B
$\frac{2}{3}\frac{h^2}{r^2}$
C
$\frac{3}{2}\frac{r^2}{h^2}$
D
$\frac{2}{3}\frac{r^2}{h^2}$

Solution

(A) The magnetic field at the centre of the coil is given by $B_1 = \frac{\mu_0 ni}{2r}$.
The magnetic field at a distance $h$ on the axis of the coil is given by $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 ni r^2}{2(r^2 + h^2)^{3/2}}$.
We can rewrite $B_2$ as $B_2 = \frac{\mu_0 ni r^2}{2r^3(1 + h^2/r^2)^{3/2}} = B_1(1 + h^2/r^2)^{-3/2}$.
Using the binomial expansion $(1 + x)^n \approx 1 + nx$ for small $x$,where $x = h^2/r^2$ and $n = -3/2$,we get $B_2 \approx B_1(1 - \frac{3}{2}\frac{h^2}{r^2})$.
The fractional decrease is given by $\frac{B_1 - B_2}{B_1} = 1 - \frac{B_2}{B_1} = 1 - (1 - \frac{3}{2}\frac{h^2}{r^2}) = \frac{3}{2}\frac{h^2}{r^2}$.

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