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51
MediumMCQ
$A$ spherical shell of radius $R$ carries a uniformly distributed charge $Q$ and is rotated about its diameter with angular speed $\omega$. Find its magnetic moment.
A
$\frac{1}{3}Q\omega R^2$
B
$\frac{2}{5}Q\omega R^2$
C
$Q\omega R^2$
D
$\frac{1}{4}Q\omega R^2$

Solution

(A) Consider a thin ring element of the spherical shell at an angle $\theta$ with the axis of rotation,having a width $Rd\theta$.
The radius of this ring is $r = R \sin \theta$.
The area of this ring element is $dA = (2\pi r)(Rd\theta) = 2\pi R^2 \sin \theta d\theta$.
The total surface area of the shell is $A = 4\pi R^2$.
The charge on this ring element is $dq = Q \cdot \frac{dA}{A} = Q \cdot \frac{2\pi R^2 \sin \theta d\theta}{4\pi R^2} = \frac{Q}{2} \sin \theta d\theta$.
The current $dI$ produced by this rotating ring is $dI = \frac{dq}{T} = \frac{dq \cdot \omega}{2\pi} = \frac{Q \omega}{4\pi} \sin \theta d\theta$.
The magnetic moment $d\mu$ of this ring is $d\mu = dI \cdot \text{Area of ring} = dI \cdot (\pi r^2) = \left( \frac{Q \omega}{4\pi} \sin \theta d\theta \right) (\pi R^2 \sin^2 \theta) = \frac{Q \omega R^2}{4} \sin^3 \theta d\theta$.
To find the total magnetic moment $\mu$,integrate from $\theta = 0$ to $\pi$:
$\mu = \int_0^{\pi} \frac{Q \omega R^2}{4} \sin^3 \theta d\theta = \frac{Q \omega R^2}{4} \int_0^{\pi} \sin^3 \theta d\theta$.
Using the identity $\int_0^{\pi} \sin^3 \theta d\theta = \int_0^{\pi} \sin \theta (1 - \cos^2 \theta) d\theta = [-\cos \theta + \frac{\cos^3 \theta}{3}]_0^{\pi} = (1 - 1/3) - (-1 + 1/3) = 2/3 + 2/3 = 4/3$.
Thus,$\mu = \frac{Q \omega R^2}{4} \cdot \frac{4}{3} = \frac{1}{3} Q \omega R^2$.
52
MediumMCQ
Due to the flow of current in a circular loop of radius $R$,the magnetic field produced at the centre of the loop is $B$. The magnetic moment of the loop is
A
$B R^3 / (2 \mu_0)$
B
$2 \pi B R^3 / \mu_0$
C
$B R^2 / (2 \pi \mu_0)$
D
$2 \pi B R^2 / \mu_0$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the center of a circular loop of radius $R$ carrying current $I$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R}$.
From this,we can express the current $I$ as $I = \frac{2BR}{\mu_0}$.
The magnetic moment $M$ of a current loop is given by $M = I A$,where $A = \pi R^2$ is the area of the loop.
Substituting the value of $I$ into the formula for $M$,we get $M = \left( \frac{2BR}{\mu_0} \right) \times (\pi R^2)$.
Simplifying this,we obtain $M = \frac{2 \pi B R^3}{\mu_0}$.
53
DifficultMCQ
The magnitude of the magnetic moment of the current loop shown in the figure is
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A
$Il^2$
B
$\sqrt{2} Il^2$
C
zero
D
none of these

Solution

(B) The loop shown in the figure can be considered as being made up of two square current loops: one in the $x-z$ plane and the other in the $x-y$ plane.
The magnitude of the magnetic moment of each loop is $M = I \times \text{Area} = Il^2$.
The magnetic moment vector for the loop in the $x-z$ plane is directed along the $y$-axis, and the magnetic moment vector for the loop in the $x-y$ plane is directed along the $z$-axis.
Since these two magnetic moment vectors are perpendicular to each other, their resultant magnitude is given by:
$M_{\text{net}} = \sqrt{M_1^2 + M_2^2} = \sqrt{(Il^2)^2 + (Il^2)^2} = \sqrt{2} Il^2$.
54
Easy
$A$ closely wound solenoid of $800$ turns and area of cross-section $2.5 \times 10^{-4} \; m^2$ carries a current of $3.0 \; A$. Explain the sense in which the solenoid acts like a bar magnet. What is its associated magnetic moment?

Solution

(N/A) Number of turns in the solenoid,$n = 800$.
Area of cross-section,$A = 2.5 \times 10^{-4} \; m^2$.
Current in the solenoid,$I = 3.0 \; A$.
$A$ current-carrying solenoid behaves as a bar magnet because a magnetic field is produced along its axis,similar to the magnetic field lines of a bar magnet.
The magnetic moment $(M)$ associated with the solenoid is given by the formula: $M = nIA$.
Substituting the values: $M = 800 \times 3.0 \times 2.5 \times 10^{-4}$.
$M = 2400 \times 2.5 \times 10^{-4} = 6000 \times 10^{-4} = 0.6 \; J \cdot T^{-1}$.
55
Medium
The magnetic moment vectors $\mu_{s}$ and $\mu_{l}$ associated with the intrinsic spin angular momentum $S$ and orbital angular momentum $L$ respectively,of an electron are predicted by quantum theory (and verified experimentally to a high accuracy) to be given by $\mu_{s} = -(e/m)S$ and $\mu_{l} = -(e/2m)L$. Which of these relations is in accordance with the result expected classically? Outline the derivation of the classical result.

Solution

(B) The relation $\vec{\mu}_{l} = -(e/2m)\vec{L}$ is in accordance with the classical result.
Derivation:
Consider an electron of mass $m$ and charge $-e$ moving in a circular orbit of radius $r$ with speed $v$ in time period $T$.
The orbital magnetic moment $\mu_{l}$ is given by $\mu_{l} = iA$,where $i = -e/T$ is the current and $A = \pi r^2$ is the area of the orbit.
Thus,$\mu_{l} = (-e/T)(\pi r^2)$.
The orbital angular momentum $L$ is given by $L = mvr$. Since $v = 2\pi r/T$,we have $L = m(2\pi r/T)r = 2\pi mr^2/T$.
Taking the ratio,$\mu_{l}/L = [(-e/T)(\pi r^2)] / [2\pi mr^2/T] = -e/2m$.
Therefore,$\vec{\mu}_{l} = -(e/2m)\vec{L}$.
This shows that $\vec{\mu}_{l}$ and $\vec{L}$ are antiparallel. The relation for spin $\mu_{s} = -(e/m)S$ is purely quantum mechanical and has no classical analogue.
56
Medium
Show the magnetic field lines for a current-carrying loop. Write the rule for finding the direction of a magnetic field due to a circular current loop.
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Solution

(N/A) The magnetic field lines due to a circular current-carrying loop form closed loops, as shown in the figure.
The direction of the magnetic field is determined by the Right-Hand Thumb Rule:
"Curl the fingers of your right hand around the circular wire such that the fingers point in the direction of the current. The extended right-hand thumb then points in the direction of the magnetic field at the center of the loop."
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57
Medium
Derive an expression for the torque acting on a current-carrying loop suspended in a uniform magnetic field.

Solution

(N/A) Consider a rectangular coil $ABCD$ of length $b$ and width $a$ carrying current $I$, suspended in a uniform magnetic field $\overrightarrow{B}$ such that its axis is perpendicular to the field.
The area of the coil is $A = a b$.
The magnetic force on a current-carrying conductor is given by $\vec{F} = I(\vec{L} \times \vec{B})$.
For the arms $AD$ and $BC$, the current is parallel or anti-parallel to the magnetic field $\vec{B}$. Thus, the force on these arms is $F = I L B \sin(0^{\circ}) = 0$.
For the arms $AB$ and $CD$, the current is perpendicular to the magnetic field $\vec{B}$.
The force on arm $AB$ is $\vec{F_1} = I b B \sin(90^{\circ}) = I b B$ (directed into the plane).
The force on arm $CD$ is $\vec{F_2} = I b B \sin(90^{\circ}) = I b B$ (directed out of the plane).
These two equal and opposite forces $\vec{F_1}$ and $\vec{F_2}$ form a couple that exerts a torque $\tau$ on the loop.
The torque is given by $\tau = \text{Force} \times \text{perpendicular distance}$.
$\tau = (I b B) \times (a) = I (ab) B = I A B$.
If the coil has $N$ turns, the total torque is $\tau = N I A B$.
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58
Medium
What is the magnetic dipole moment for a coil? Write its $SI$ unit and dimensional formula,and explain its stable and unstable equilibrium.

Solution

(A) The magnetic dipole moment of a current-carrying coil is defined as the product of the current flowing through the coil and its area vector.
If a current $I$ flows through a coil with area $A$,the magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$ is given by $\vec{m} = I\vec{A}$.
For a coil with $N$ turns,the magnetic dipole moment is $\vec{m} = NI\vec{A}$.
The $SI$ unit of magnetic dipole moment is $A \cdot m^2$ (Ampere-meter squared).
The dimensional formula is $[M^0 L^2 T^0 A^1]$.
The torque $\vec{\tau}$ acting on a magnetic dipole in an external magnetic field $\vec{B}$ is given by $\vec{\tau} = \vec{m} \times \vec{B}$,which has a magnitude $\tau = mB \sin \theta$.
Stable Equilibrium: When the magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$ is parallel to the magnetic field $\vec{B}$ $(\theta = 0^\circ)$,the torque is zero. This is the state of minimum potential energy $(U = -mB \cos 0^\circ = -mB)$,representing stable equilibrium.
Unstable Equilibrium: When the magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$ is anti-parallel to the magnetic field $\vec{B}$ $(\theta = 180^\circ)$,the torque is zero. This is the state of maximum potential energy $(U = -mB \cos 180^\circ = +mB)$,representing unstable equilibrium.
59
Medium
Write the formula for the magnetic field due to a current-carrying loop acting as a magnetic dipole at a point on its axis,and compare it with the formula for the electric field of an electric dipole.

Solution

(N/A) The magnetic field $B$ on the axis of a circular current loop of radius $R$ at a distance $x$ from its center is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I R^2}{2(x^2 + R^2)^{3/2}}$.
For a point far away from the loop $(x \gg R)$,the formula simplifies to $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{2m}{x^3}$,where $m = IA$ is the magnetic dipole moment.
The electric field $E$ of an electric dipole at an axial point at distance $x$ (where $x \gg a$) is given by $E = \frac{1}{4\pi \epsilon_0} \frac{2p}{x^3}$,where $p$ is the electric dipole moment.
Comparing the two,we observe that the magnetic field of a magnetic dipole is analogous to the electric field of an electric dipole,with $\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi}$ replacing $\frac{1}{4\pi \epsilon_0}$ and the magnetic dipole moment $m$ replacing the electric dipole moment $p$.
60
Easy
Write the unit and formula of the magnetic dipole moment due to a current-carrying loop.

Solution

(N/A) The magnetic dipole moment $(M)$ of a current-carrying loop is defined as the product of the current $(I)$ flowing through the loop and the area $(A)$ enclosed by the loop.
The formula is given by: $M = I \times A$
Where:
$I$ is the current in Amperes $(A)$
$A$ is the area of the loop in square meters $(m^2)$
The $SI$ unit of magnetic dipole moment is Ampere-meter squared $(A \cdot m^2)$.
61
Easy
Write the equation of the magnetic dipole moment in terms of electric current.

Solution

(A) The magnetic dipole moment $m$ of a current loop is given by the product of the current $I$ flowing through the loop and the area $A$ enclosed by the loop.
Mathematically,it is expressed as:
$m = I A$
where:
$m$ is the magnetic dipole moment,
$I$ is the electric current,
$A$ is the area vector of the loop.
62
Medium
$A$ current-carrying loop consists of $3$ identical quarter circles of radius $R$,lying in the positive quadrants of the $xy$,$yz$,and $zx$ planes with their centers at the origin,joined together. Find the direction and magnitude of the magnetic field $\vec{B}$ at the origin.
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Solution

(N/A) The magnetic field due to a current-carrying arc of radius $R$ subtending an angle $\theta$ at the center is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I \theta}{4 \pi R}$.
For a quarter circle,$\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}$,so the magnitude of the magnetic field is $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R}$.
$1$. For the quarter circle in the $xy$-plane,the magnetic field at the origin is $\vec{B}_1 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R} \hat{k}$.
$2$. For the quarter circle in the $yz$-plane,the magnetic field at the origin is $\vec{B}_2 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R} \hat{i}$.
$3$. For the quarter circle in the $zx$-plane,the magnetic field at the origin is $\vec{B}_3 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R} \hat{j}$.
The total magnetic field at the origin is the vector sum: $\vec{B} = \vec{B}_1 + \vec{B}_2 + \vec{B}_3 = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R} (\hat{i} + \hat{j} + \hat{k})$.
The magnitude is $|\vec{B}| = \frac{\mu_0 I}{8 R} \sqrt{1^2 + 1^2 + 1^2} = \frac{\sqrt{3} \mu_0 I}{8 R}$.
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63
Medium
$A$ uniform conducting wire of length $12a$ and resistance $R$ is wound up as a current-carrying coil in the shape of:
$(i)$ an equilateral triangle of side $a$;
$(ii)$ a square of side $a$;
$(iii)$ a regular hexagon of side $a$.
The coil is connected to a voltage source $V_{0}$. Find the magnetic moment of the coils in each case.

Solution

(N/A) The magnetic dipole moment of a coil is given by $m = nIA$,where $n$ is the number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $A$ is the area of the loop. The current is $I = V_{0}/R$.
$(i)$ For an equilateral triangle of side $a$:
Perimeter of one turn $= 3a$.
Number of turns $n = 12a / 3a = 4$.
Area $A = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} a^2$.
Magnetic moment $m_1 = nIA = 4 \left( \frac{V_0}{R} \right) \left( \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} a^2 \right) = \frac{\sqrt{3} V_0 a^2}{R}$.
$(ii)$ For a square of side $a$:
Perimeter of one turn $= 4a$.
Number of turns $n = 12a / 4a = 3$.
Area $A = a^2$.
Magnetic moment $m_2 = nIA = 3 \left( \frac{V_0}{R} \right) a^2 = \frac{3 V_0 a^2}{R}$.
$(iii)$ For a regular hexagon of side $a$:
Perimeter of one turn $= 6a$.
Number of turns $n = 12a / 6a = 2$.
Area $A = 6 \times \left( \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} a^2 \right) = \frac{3\sqrt{3}}{2} a^2$.
Magnetic moment $m_3 = nIA = 2 \left( \frac{V_0}{R} \right) \left( \frac{3\sqrt{3}}{2} a^2 \right) = \frac{3\sqrt{3} V_0 a^2}{R}$.
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64
DifficultMCQ
$A$ wire carrying current $I$ is bent in the shape $A, B, C, D, E, F, A$ as shown,where rectangle $A, B, C, D, A$ and $A, D, E, F, A$ are perpendicular to each other. If the sides of the rectangles are of lengths $a$ and $b$,then the magnitude and direction of the magnetic moment of the loop $A, B, C, D, E, F, A$ is
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A
$\sqrt{2} abI$,along $\left(\frac{\hat{j}}{\sqrt{2}}+\frac{\hat{k}}{\sqrt{2}}\right)$
B
$\sqrt{2} abI$,along $\left(\frac{\hat{j}}{\sqrt{5}}+\frac{2\hat{k}}{\sqrt{5}}\right)$
C
$abI$,along $\left(\frac{\hat{j}}{\sqrt{2}}+\frac{\hat{k}}{\sqrt{2}}\right)$
D
$abI$,along $\left(\frac{\hat{j}}{\sqrt{5}}+\frac{2\hat{k}}{\sqrt{5}}\right)$

Solution

(A) The magnetic moment $\vec{M}$ of a current loop is given by $\vec{M} = I\vec{A}$,where $\vec{A}$ is the area vector.
For the loop $A, B, C, D, E, F, A$,we can consider it as two loops $ABCD$ and $DEFA$ joined together.
The magnetic moment of loop $ABCD$ (in the $XY$-plane) is $\vec{M}_1 = I(ab)\hat{k} = abI\hat{k}$.
The magnetic moment of loop $DEFA$ (in the $XZ$-plane) is $\vec{M}_2 = I(ab)\hat{j} = abI\hat{j}$.
The total magnetic moment is $\vec{M} = \vec{M}_1 + \vec{M}_2 = abI(\hat{j} + \hat{k})$.
The magnitude is $|\vec{M}| = abI\sqrt{1^2 + 1^2} = \sqrt{2}abI$.
The direction is given by the unit vector $\frac{\vec{M}}{|\vec{M}|} = \frac{abI(\hat{j} + \hat{k})}{\sqrt{2}abI} = \left(\frac{\hat{j}}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{\hat{k}}{\sqrt{2}}\right)$.
Thus,the magnetic moment is $\sqrt{2}abI$ along $\left(\frac{\hat{j}}{\sqrt{2}} + \frac{\hat{k}}{\sqrt{2}}\right)$.
65
DifficultMCQ
$A$ charged particle going around in a circle can be considered to be a current loop. $A$ particle of mass $m$ carrying charge $q$ is moving in a plane with speed $v$ under the influence of magnetic field $\overrightarrow{ B }$. The magnetic moment of this moving particle is:
A
$-\frac{ mv ^{2} \overrightarrow{ B }}{ B ^{2}}$
B
$-\frac{m v^{2} \vec{B}}{2 \pi B^{2}}$
C
$\frac{m v^{2} \vec{B}}{2 B^{2}}$
D
$-\frac{m v^{2} \vec{B}}{2 B^{2}}$

Solution

(D) The magnetic moment $M$ of a current loop is given by $M = iA$,where $i$ is the current and $A$ is the area of the loop.
For a particle of charge $q$ moving in a circle of radius $r$ with speed $v$,the time period $T$ is $T = \frac{2 \pi r}{v}$.
The equivalent current is $i = \frac{q}{T} = \frac{qv}{2 \pi r}$.
The area of the loop is $A = \pi r^2$.
Thus,the magnitude of the magnetic moment is $M = iA = \left( \frac{qv}{2 \pi r} \right) \times (\pi r^2) = \frac{qvr}{2}$.
For a charged particle moving in a magnetic field,the radius of the circular path is $r = \frac{mv}{qB}$.
Substituting $r$ into the expression for $M$,we get $M = \frac{qv}{2} \times \left( \frac{mv}{qB} \right) = \frac{mv^2}{2B}$.
From the right-hand rule,the direction of the magnetic moment is opposite to the direction of the magnetic field for a positively charged particle moving in a circle. Therefore,in vector form,$\overrightarrow{M} = -\frac{mv^2}{2B} \hat{B}$.
Since $\hat{B} = \frac{\vec{B}}{B}$,we have $\overrightarrow{M} = -\frac{mv^2}{2B} \left( \frac{\vec{B}}{B} \right) = -\frac{mv^2 \vec{B}}{2B^2}$.
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66
MediumMCQ
$A$ wire of length $L$ metre carrying a current of $I$ ampere is bent in the form of a circle. Its magnetic moment is:
A
$\frac{I L^{2}}{4 \pi} \; A \cdot m^{2}$
B
$\frac{I L^{2}}{4} \; A \cdot m^{2}$
C
$\frac{I \pi L^{2}}{4} \; A \cdot m^{2}$
D
$\frac{2 I L^{2}}{\pi} \; A \cdot m^{2}$

Solution

(A) The length of the wire is $L$,which forms the circumference of the circular loop.
Therefore,$L = 2 \pi R$,where $R$ is the radius of the circle.
From this,the radius is $R = \frac{L}{2 \pi}$.
The area $A$ of the circular loop is given by $A = \pi R^{2}$.
Substituting the value of $R$,we get $A = \pi \left( \frac{L}{2 \pi} \right)^{2} = \pi \left( \frac{L^{2}}{4 \pi^{2}} \right) = \frac{L^{2}}{4 \pi}$.
The magnetic moment $M$ of a current-carrying loop is given by $M = I A$.
Substituting the value of $A$,we get $M = I \left( \frac{L^{2}}{4 \pi} \right) = \frac{I L^{2}}{4 \pi} \; A \cdot m^{2}$.
67
MediumMCQ
An $\alpha$ particle is revolving in a circle of radius $r$ with frequency $f$. Find the value of its magnetic dipole moment.
A
$2evr$
B
$evr$
C
$3evr$
D
$4evr$

Solution

(B) The magnetic dipole moment $M$ is given by the product of current $i$ and the area $A$ of the loop.
$M = i A$
For a particle with charge $q$ moving with frequency $f$,the equivalent current is $i = qf$.
For an $\alpha$ particle,the charge is $q = 2e$.
The frequency $f$ is related to the velocity $v$ and radius $r$ by $f = \frac{v}{2 \pi r}$.
Thus,the current is $i = (2e) \times \left( \frac{v}{2 \pi r} \right) = \frac{ev}{\pi r}$.
The area of the circular path is $A = \pi r^2$.
Substituting these into the formula for $M$:
$M = \left( \frac{ev}{\pi r} \right) \times (\pi r^2) = evr$.
68
DifficultMCQ
$A$ uniform conducting wire of length $24a$ and resistance $R$ is wound up as a current-carrying coil in the shape of an equilateral triangle of side $a$ and then in the form of a square of side $a$. The coil is connected to a voltage source $V_{0}$. The ratio of the magnetic moment of the coils in the case of the equilateral triangle to that of the square is $1 : \sqrt{y}$, where $y$ is ..... .
A
$3$
B
$2$
C
$4$
D
$1$

Solution

(A) The total length of the wire is $L = 24a$.
For the equilateral triangle, the number of turns $N_{t} = \frac{L}{3a} = \frac{24a}{3a} = 8$.
The area of the equilateral triangle is $A_{t} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4}a^{2}$.
The magnetic moment is $M_{t} = N_{t} I A_{t} = 8 \times I \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4}a^{2} = 2\sqrt{3} I a^{2}$.
For the square, the number of turns $N_{s} = \frac{L}{4a} = \frac{24a}{4a} = 6$.
The area of the square is $A_{s} = a^{2}$.
The magnetic moment is $M_{s} = N_{s} I A_{s} = 6 \times I \times a^{2} = 6 I a^{2}$.
The ratio is $\frac{M_{t}}{M_{s}} = \frac{2\sqrt{3} I a^{2}}{6 I a^{2}} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{3} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$.
Comparing this with $1 : \sqrt{y}$, we get $y = 3$.
69
MediumMCQ
$A$ uniform conducting wire of length $12 a$ and resistance $R$ is wound up as a current-carrying coil in the shape of,
$(i)$ an equilateral triangle of side $a$.
$(ii)$ a square of side $a$.
The magnetic dipole moments of the coil in each case respectively are:
A
$\sqrt{3} Ia^{2}$ and $3 Ia^{2}$
B
$3 Ia^{2}$ and $Ia^{2}$
C
$3 Ia^{2}$ and $4 Ia^{2}$
D
$4 Ia^{2}$ and $3 Ia^{2}$

Solution

(A) Total length of wire $L = 12 a$.
Case $(i)$: Equilateral triangle of side $a$.
Perimeter of one turn $= 3 a$.
Number of turns $N_{1} = \frac{12 a}{3 a} = 4$.
Area of one triangle $A_{1} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} a^{2}$.
Magnetic dipole moment $\mu_{1} = N_{1} I A_{1} = 4 \times I \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} a^{2} = \sqrt{3} I a^{2}$.
Case $(ii)$: Square of side $a$.
Perimeter of one turn $= 4 a$.
Number of turns $N_{2} = \frac{12 a}{4 a} = 3$.
Area of one square $A_{2} = a^{2}$.
Magnetic dipole moment $\mu_{2} = N_{2} I A_{2} = 3 \times I \times a^{2} = 3 I a^{2}$.
Thus,the magnetic dipole moments are $\sqrt{3} I a^{2}$ and $3 I a^{2}$.
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MediumMCQ
Two concentric circular loops of radii $r_{1} = 30 \, cm$ and $r_{2} = 50 \, cm$ are placed in the $X-Y$ plane as shown in the figure. $A$ current $I = 7 \, A$ flows through them in the directions shown. The net magnetic moment of this system of two circular loops is approximately:
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A
$\frac{7}{2} \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$
B
$-\frac{7}{2} \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$
C
$7 \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$
D
$-7 \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic moment of a current loop is given by $\vec{M} = I \vec{A}$,where $\vec{A}$ is the area vector directed according to the right-hand rule.
For the inner loop (radius $r_{1} = 0.3 \, m$),the current flows counter-clockwise,so $\vec{M}_{1} = I \pi r_{1}^{2} \hat{k} = 7 \times \pi \times (0.3)^{2} \hat{k} = 0.63 \pi \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$.
For the outer loop (radius $r_{2} = 0.5 \, m$),the current flows clockwise,so $\vec{M}_{2} = -I \pi r_{2}^{2} \hat{k} = -7 \times \pi \times (0.5)^{2} \hat{k} = -1.75 \pi \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$.
The net magnetic moment is $\vec{M}_{net} = \vec{M}_{1} + \vec{M}_{2} = (0.63 \pi - 1.75 \pi) \hat{k} = -1.12 \pi \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$.
Using $\pi \approx \frac{22}{7}$,we get $\vec{M}_{net} = -1.12 \times \frac{22}{7} \hat{k} = -0.16 \times 22 \hat{k} = -3.52 \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$.
This is approximately $-\frac{7}{2} \hat{k} \, A \cdot m^{2}$.
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71
MediumMCQ
$A$ wire of length $314 \, cm$ carrying a current of $14 \, A$ is bent to form a circle. The magnetic moment of the coil is $........ \, A \cdot m^2$. [Given $\pi = 3.14$]
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A
$10$
B
$11$
C
$54$
D
$0$

Solution

(B) The length of the wire $L = 314 \, cm = 3.14 \, m$.
When the wire is bent into a circle of radius $R$,the circumference is $2 \pi R = L$.
$2 \times 3.14 \times R = 3.14 \implies R = 0.5 \, m$.
The area of the coil is $A = \pi R^2 = 3.14 \times (0.5)^2 = 3.14 \times 0.25 = 0.785 \, m^2$.
The magnetic moment $M$ is given by $M = I \times A$.
$M = 14 \, A \times 0.785 \, m^2 = 10.99 \, A \cdot m^2$.
Rounding to the nearest integer,we get $M \approx 11 \, A \cdot m^2$.
72
EasyMCQ
$A$ thin disc of radius $R$ and mass $M$ has charge $q$ uniformly distributed on it. It rotates with angular velocity $\omega$. The ratio of magnetic moment and angular momentum for the disc is
A
$\frac{q}{2 M}$
B
$\frac{R}{2 M}$
C
$\frac{q^2}{2 M}$
D
$\frac{2 M}{q}$

Solution

(A) Consider a small elemental ring of radius $r$ and thickness $dr$ on the disc.
The area of this ring is $dA = 2\pi r dr$.
The charge on this ring is $dq = \sigma dA = \frac{q}{\pi R^2} (2\pi r dr) = \frac{2q}{R^2} r dr$,where $\sigma$ is the surface charge density.
The current $dI$ produced by this rotating ring is $dI = \frac{dq}{T} = \frac{dq \omega}{2\pi} = \frac{q \omega}{\pi R^2} r dr$.
The magnetic moment of this ring is $d\mu = dI \cdot A = (\frac{q \omega}{\pi R^2} r dr) (\pi r^2) = \frac{q \omega}{R^2} r^3 dr$.
Integrating from $0$ to $R$,the total magnetic moment is $\mu = \int_0^R \frac{q \omega}{R^2} r^3 dr = \frac{q \omega}{R^2} [\frac{r^4}{4}]_0^R = \frac{1}{4} q \omega R^2$.
The angular momentum of the disc is $L = I \omega = (\frac{1}{2} M R^2) \omega$.
The ratio of magnetic moment to angular momentum is $\frac{\mu}{L} = \frac{\frac{1}{4} q \omega R^2}{\frac{1}{2} M R^2 \omega} = \frac{q}{2M}$.
73
EasyMCQ
In a hydrogen atom,an electron of mass $m$ and charge $e$ revolves in an orbit of radius $r$ making $n$ revolutions per second. If the mass of hydrogen nucleus is $M$,the magnetic moment associated with the orbital motion of the electron is
A
$\frac{\pi n e r^2 m}{M+m}$
B
$\pi n e r^2$
C
$\frac{\pi n e r^2}{m}$
D
$\frac{\pi n e r^2 m}{M}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic moment $\mu$ of a current loop is given by the product of current $i$ and the area $A$ of the loop.
$1$. The current $i$ produced by an electron revolving in an orbit is given by $i = q \cdot f$,where $f$ is the frequency of revolution.
$2$. Given that the electron makes $n$ revolutions per second,the frequency $f = n$. Thus,$i = e \cdot n$.
$3$. The area $A$ of the circular orbit of radius $r$ is $A = \pi r^2$.
$4$. The magnetic moment $\mu = i \cdot A = (e n)(\pi r^2) = \pi n e r^2$.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.
74
MediumMCQ
The magnetic moments associated with two closely wound circular coils $A$ and $B$ of radius $r_A = 10 \ cm$ and $r_B = 20 \ cm$ respectively are equal if: (Where $N_A, I_A$ and $N_B, I_B$ are the number of turns and current of $A$ and $B$ respectively)
A
$2 N_A I_A = N_B I_B$
B
$N_A = 2 N_B$
C
$N_A I_A = 4 N_B I_B$
D
$4 N_A I_A = N_B I_B$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment $M$ of a circular coil is given by the formula $M = NIA$,where $N$ is the number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $A$ is the area of the coil.
Given that the magnetic moments of coils $A$ and $B$ are equal,we have $M_A = M_B$.
Substituting the formula,we get $N_A I_A A_A = N_B I_B A_B$.
The area of a circular coil is $A = \pi r^2$. Thus,$A_A = \pi (r_A)^2$ and $A_B = \pi (r_B)^2$.
Substituting the values $r_A = 10 \ cm = 0.1 \ m$ and $r_B = 20 \ cm = 0.2 \ m$:
$N_A I_A \pi (0.1)^2 = N_B I_B \pi (0.2)^2$
$N_A I_A (0.01) = N_B I_B (0.04)$
Dividing both sides by $0.01$,we get $N_A I_A = 4 N_B I_B$.
75
AdvancedMCQ
$A$ loop carrying current $I$ lies in the $x$-$y$ plane as shown in the figure. The unit vector $\hat{k}$ is coming out of the plane of the paper. The magnetic moment of the current loop is:
Question diagram
A
$a^2 I \hat{k}$
B
$\left(\frac{\pi}{2}+1\right) a^2 I \hat{k}$
C
$-\left(\frac{\pi}{2}+1\right) a^2 I \hat{k}$
D
$(2 \pi+1) a^2 I \hat{k}$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment $\vec{\mu}$ of a current loop is given by $\vec{\mu} = I \vec{A}$,where $\vec{A}$ is the area vector.
From the figure,the loop consists of a central square of side $a$ and four semicircles of diameter $a$ (radius $r = a/2$) attached to its sides.
The total area $A$ is the sum of the area of the square and the four semicircles:
$A = a^2 + 4 \times \left( \frac{1}{2} \pi r^2 \right) = a^2 + 2 \pi \left( \frac{a}{2} \right)^2 = a^2 + 2 \pi \left( \frac{a^2}{4} \right) = a^2 + \frac{\pi a^2}{2} = a^2 \left( 1 + \frac{\pi}{2} \right)$.
Since the current $I$ flows in a clockwise direction in the $x$-$y$ plane,by the right-hand rule,the area vector $\vec{A}$ points into the plane,i.e.,in the $-\hat{k}$ direction.
Therefore,the magnetic moment is $\vec{\mu} = I \vec{A} = -I a^2 \left( 1 + \frac{\pi}{2} \right) \hat{k} = -\left( 1 + \frac{\pi}{2} \right) a^2 I \hat{k}$.
76
MediumMCQ
$2 \ A$ current is flowing through two different small circular copper coils having radii in the ratio $1:2$. The ratio of their respective magnetic moments will be
A
$1:4$
B
$1:2$
C
$2:1$
D
$4:1$

Solution

(A) The magnetic moment $M$ of a current-carrying coil is given by the formula $M = I \cdot A$,where $I$ is the current and $A$ is the area of the coil.
Since the coil is circular,the area $A = \pi r^2$,where $r$ is the radius.
Therefore,the magnetic moment is $M = I \cdot \pi r^2$.
For two coils with the same current $I$ and radii $r_1$ and $r_2$,the ratio of their magnetic moments is given by:
$\frac{M_1}{M_2} = \frac{I \cdot \pi r_1^2}{I \cdot \pi r_2^2} = \left(\frac{r_1}{r_2}\right)^2$.
Given the ratio of radii $\frac{r_1}{r_2} = \frac{1}{2}$,we substitute this into the equation:
$\frac{M_1}{M_2} = \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^2 = \frac{1}{4}$.
Thus,the ratio of their magnetic moments is $1:4$.
77
MediumMCQ
What is the magnetic moment due to the given current distribution?
Question diagram
A
$Ia^2 \hat{j}$
B
$Ia^2 \hat{i}$
C
$Ia^2(\hat{i}+\hat{j})$
D
$Ia^2(\hat{i}+\hat{k})$

Solution

(C) The given current distribution consists of two square loops of side $a$ in the $xy$-plane and $yz$-plane.
The magnetic moment of a current loop is given by $\vec{M} = I\vec{A}$,where $\vec{A}$ is the area vector.
For the loop in the $xy$-plane,the area vector is directed along the $z$-axis,but based on the orientation of the current,we analyze the components.
Actually,the two loops are in the $xy$-plane and $yz$-plane.
For the loop in the $xy$-plane,the area vector is $A_1 = a^2 \hat{k}$.
For the loop in the $yz$-plane,the area vector is $A_2 = a^2 \hat{i}$.
However,looking at the diagram,the loops are in the $xy$ and $yz$ planes. The magnetic moment $\vec{M} = I\vec{A}$.
For the loop in the $xy$-plane,$\vec{M}_1 = Ia^2 \hat{k}$.
For the loop in the $yz$-plane,$\vec{M}_2 = Ia^2 \hat{i}$.
Wait,re-evaluating the diagram: the loop in the $xy$-plane has area vector along $\hat{k}$,and the loop in the $yz$-plane has area vector along $\hat{i}$.
Given the options,the net magnetic moment is $\vec{M} = Ia^2(\hat{i} + \hat{j})$ is not standard. Let's re-examine the loops.
The loop in the $xy$-plane has area $a^2$ in the $xy$-plane,so $\vec{M} = Ia^2 \hat{k}$.
The loop in the $yz$-plane has area $a^2$ in the $yz$-plane,so $\vec{M} = Ia^2 \hat{i}$.
If the loops are in $xz$ and $yz$ planes,then $\vec{M} = Ia^2 \hat{j} + Ia^2 \hat{i}$.
Thus,$\vec{M}_{net} = Ia^2(\hat{i} + \hat{j})$.
78
EasyMCQ
The dimensional formula for magnetic moment is:
A
$[M^0 L^2 T^0 A^1]$
B
$[M^0 L^2 T^0 A^2]$
C
$[M^0 L^1 T^0 A^2]$
D
$[M^0 L^0 T^1 A^1]$

Solution

(A) The magnetic moment $M$ is defined as the product of current $I$ and the area $A$ of the loop.
$M = I \times A$
Here,the dimension of current $I$ is $[A^1]$ and the dimension of area $A$ is $[L^2]$.
Therefore,the dimensional formula for magnetic moment is $[M^0 L^2 T^0 A^1]$.
79
AdvancedMCQ
$A$ conducting solid sphere of radius $R$ and mass $M$ carries a charge $Q$. The sphere is rotating about an axis passing through its center with a uniform angular speed $\omega$. The ratio of the magnitudes of the magnetic dipole moment to the angular momentum about the same axis is given as $\alpha \frac{Q}{2 M}$. The value of $\alpha$ is $....$ .
A
$(1.66$ to $1.67)$
B
$(2.66$ to $2.67)$
C
$(3.66$ to $3.67)$
D
$(1.23$ to $1.20)$

Solution

(A) Consider a thin ring element of the sphere at an angle $\theta$ with the axis of rotation,having width $R d\theta$ and radius $r = R \sin \theta$.
The surface charge density is $\sigma = \frac{Q}{4 \pi R^2}$.
The charge on this ring is $dq = \sigma (2 \pi r) (R d\theta) = \sigma (2 \pi R \sin \theta) (R d\theta) = 2 \pi \sigma R^2 \sin \theta d\theta$.
The current produced by this rotating ring is $dI = \frac{dq}{T} = \frac{dq \omega}{2 \pi} = \sigma R^2 \omega \sin \theta d\theta$.
The magnetic dipole moment of this ring is $d\mu = dI \cdot A = (\sigma R^2 \omega \sin \theta d\theta) (\pi r^2) = \sigma R^2 \omega \sin \theta d\theta (\pi R^2 \sin^2 \theta) = \pi \sigma R^4 \omega \sin^3 \theta d\theta$.
The total magnetic dipole moment is $\mu = \int_0^{\pi} \pi \sigma R^4 \omega \sin^3 \theta d\theta = \pi \sigma R^4 \omega \int_0^{\pi} \sin^3 \theta d\theta$.
Using $\int_0^{\pi} \sin^3 \theta d\theta = \frac{4}{3}$,we get $\mu = \pi \left( \frac{Q}{4 \pi R^2} \right) R^4 \omega \left( \frac{4}{3} \right) = \frac{Q R^2 \omega}{3}$.
The angular momentum of the solid sphere is $L = I \omega = (\frac{2}{5} M R^2) \omega$.
The ratio is $\frac{\mu}{L} = \frac{Q R^2 \omega / 3}{(2/5) M R^2 \omega} = \frac{Q}{2M} \left( \frac{5}{3} \right)$.
Thus,$\alpha = \frac{5}{3} \approx 1.67$.
Solution diagram
80
MediumMCQ
In a hydrogen atom,the electron is making $6.6 \times 10^{15} \text{ rev } s^{-1}$ around the nucleus in an orbit of radius $0.528 \text{ Å}$. The magnetic moment in $\text{A-m}^2$ is:
A
$1 \times 10^{-15}$
B
$1 \times 10^{-10}$
C
$1 \times 10^{-23}$
D
$1 \times 10^{-27}$

Solution

(C) The current $I$ produced by the revolving electron is given by $I = qf$,where $q$ is the charge of the electron $(1.6 \times 10^{-19} \text{ C})$ and $f$ is the frequency $(6.6 \times 10^{15} \text{ rev } s^{-1})$.
$I = (1.6 \times 10^{-19} \text{ C}) \times (6.6 \times 10^{15} \text{ s}^{-1}) = 1.056 \times 10^{-3} \text{ A} \approx 1.06 \times 10^{-3} \text{ A}$.
The area $A$ of the orbit is $\pi R^2$,where $R = 0.528 \text{ Å} = 0.528 \times 10^{-10} \text{ m}$.
$A = 3.142 \times (0.528 \times 10^{-10} \text{ m})^2 = 3.142 \times 0.2788 \times 10^{-20} \text{ m}^2 \approx 0.876 \times 10^{-20} \text{ m}^2$.
The magnetic moment $M$ is given by $M = I \times A$.
$M = (1.06 \times 10^{-3} \text{ A}) \times (0.876 \times 10^{-20} \text{ m}^2) \approx 0.928 \times 10^{-23} \text{ A-m}^2$.
Rounding to the nearest order of magnitude,$M \approx 1 \times 10^{-23} \text{ A-m}^2$.
81
EasyMCQ
The current associated with an electron of charge $e$ moving in a circular orbit of radius $r$ with speed $v$ around the positively charged nucleus is given by
A
$\frac{e r}{2 \pi v}$
B
$\frac{e \pi}{2 r v}$
C
$\frac{e v}{\pi r}$
D
$\frac{e v}{2 \pi r}$

Solution

(D) The current $i$ associated with an electron of charge $e$ moving in a circular orbit of radius $r$ with speed $v$ is defined as the rate of flow of charge.
$i = \frac{q}{T}$
Here,$q = e$ is the charge of the electron.
The time period $T$ is the time taken to complete one revolution in the circular orbit of circumference $2 \pi r$ with speed $v$.
$T = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}} = \frac{2 \pi r}{v}$
Substituting the values into the current formula:
$i = \frac{e}{(2 \pi r / v)} = \frac{e v}{2 \pi r}$
82
EasyMCQ
In an atom,an electron of charge $(-e)$ performs uniform circular motion ($U$.$C$.$M$.) around a stationary positively charged nucleus with a period of revolution $T$. If $r$ is the radius of the orbit of the electron and $v$ is the orbital velocity,then the circulating current $I$ is proportional to:
A
$e^{1} r^{-1} v^{1}$
B
$e^{1} r^{1} v^{-1}$
C
$e^{1} v^{1} r^{-1}$
D
$v^{1} r^{1} e^{-1}$

Solution

(C) The current $I$ is defined as the rate of flow of charge,given by $I = \frac{q}{T}$,where $q$ is the charge and $T$ is the time period of revolution.
For an electron moving in a circular orbit of radius $r$ with orbital velocity $v$,the distance covered in one revolution is the circumference $2 \pi r$.
Thus,the time period $T$ is given by $T = \frac{2 \pi r}{v}$.
Substituting this into the expression for current:
$I = \frac{e}{T} = \frac{e}{(2 \pi r / v)} = \frac{ev}{2 \pi r}$.
Since $2 \pi$ is a constant,we have $I \propto e^{1} v^{1} r^{-1}$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
Solution diagram
83
EasyMCQ
The torque acting on a rectangular coil carrying current '$i$',situated parallel to a magnetic field of induction '$B$',having number of turns '$n$' and area '$A$',is:
A
$ni (\vec{A} \cdot \vec{B})$
B
$\frac{nB}{A} \cdot i$
C
$ni (\vec{A} \times \vec{B})$
D
$\frac{iB}{A}$

Solution

(C) When a current-carrying coil is placed in a magnetic field,the coil experiences a torque given by the formula:
$\vec{\tau} = \vec{M} \times \vec{B}$
Where $\vec{M}$ is the magnetic dipole moment of the coil.
The magnetic moment is defined as $\vec{M} = n i \vec{A}$,where $n$ is the number of turns,$i$ is the current,and $\vec{A}$ is the area vector.
Substituting this into the torque equation:
$\vec{\tau} = (n i \vec{A}) \times \vec{B}$
$\vec{\tau} = n i (\vec{A} \times \vec{B})$
Thus,the magnitude and direction of the torque are given by the cross product of the area vector and the magnetic field vector.
84
MediumMCQ
$A$ circular and a square coil are prepared from two identical metal wires and a current is passed through them. The ratio of the magnetic dipole moment associated with the circular coil to that with the square coil is
A
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
B
$\frac{4}{\pi}$
C
$\pi$
D
$\frac{2}{\pi}$

Solution

(B) Let $l$ be the length of the metal wire.
When the wire is bent into a circular coil of radius $r$,the circumference is $2 \pi r = l$,so $r = \frac{l}{2 \pi}$.
The area of the circular coil is $A_c = \pi r^2 = \pi \left( \frac{l}{2 \pi} \right)^2 = \frac{l^2}{4 \pi}$.
The magnetic dipole moment of the circular coil is $\mu_c = i A_c = i \frac{l^2}{4 \pi}$.
When the same wire is bent into a square coil,the perimeter is $4a = l$,so the side length is $a = \frac{l}{4}$.
The area of the square coil is $A_s = a^2 = \left( \frac{l}{4} \right)^2 = \frac{l^2}{16}$.
The magnetic dipole moment of the square coil is $\mu_s = i A_s = i \frac{l^2}{16}$.
The ratio of the magnetic dipole moments is $\frac{\mu_c}{\mu_s} = \frac{i l^2 / 4 \pi}{i l^2 / 16} = \frac{16}{4 \pi} = \frac{4}{\pi}$.
85
DifficultMCQ
$A$ circular coil and a square coil are prepared from two identical metal wires,and the same current is passed through them. The ratio of the magnetic dipole moment associated with the circular coil to that of the square coil is:
A
$\frac{2}{\pi}$
B
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
C
$\pi$
D
$\frac{4}{\pi}$

Solution

(D) Let $l$ be the length of the metal wire.
When the wire is bent into a circular coil of radius $r$,then the circumference is $2\pi r = l$,so $r = \frac{l}{2\pi}$.
The area of the circular coil is $A_c = \pi r^2 = \pi \left(\frac{l}{2\pi}\right)^2 = \frac{l^2}{4\pi}$.
The magnetic dipole moment for the circular coil is $\mu_c = i A_c = \frac{i l^2}{4\pi}$.
When the wire is bent into a square coil,the perimeter is $4a = l$,so the side length $a = \frac{l}{4}$.
The area of the square coil is $A_s = a^2 = \left(\frac{l}{4}\right)^2 = \frac{l^2}{16}$.
The magnetic dipole moment for the square coil is $\mu_s = i A_s = \frac{i l^2}{16}$.
The ratio of the magnetic dipole moments is $\frac{\mu_c}{\mu_s} = \frac{i l^2 / 4\pi}{i l^2 / 16} = \frac{16}{4\pi} = \frac{4}{\pi}$.
86
MediumMCQ
$A$ circular loop and a square loop are formed from the same wire and the same current is passed through them. Find the ratio of their dipole moments.
A
$4 \pi$
B
$\frac{4}{\pi}$
C
$\frac{2}{\pi}$
D
$2 \pi$

Solution

(B) Let the length of the wire be $l$.
For the circular loop,the circumference is $2 \pi r = l$,so the radius $r = \frac{l}{2 \pi}$.
The magnetic dipole moment of the circular loop is $M_{1} = i A_{1} = i \pi r^{2}$.
Substituting $r$,we get $M_{1} = i \pi \left(\frac{l}{2 \pi}\right)^{2} = \frac{i l^{2}}{4 \pi}$.
For the square loop,the perimeter is $4 a = l$,so the side length $a = \frac{l}{4}$.
The magnetic dipole moment of the square loop is $M_{2} = i A_{2} = i a^{2}$.
Substituting $a$,we get $M_{2} = i \left(\frac{l}{4}\right)^{2} = \frac{i l^{2}}{16}$.
The ratio of the dipole moments is $\frac{M_{1}}{M_{2}} = \frac{i l^{2} / 4 \pi}{i l^{2} / 16} = \frac{16}{4 \pi} = \frac{4}{\pi}$.
87
DifficultMCQ
The magnitude of magnetic induction at a point on the axis at a large distance $(r)$ from the centre of a circular coil of $n$ turns and area $A$ carrying current $I$ is given by:
A
$B_{\text{axis}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \cdot \frac{n A}{I r^3}$
B
$B_{\text{axis}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \cdot \frac{2 n I A}{r^3}$
C
$B_{\text{axis}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \cdot \frac{2 n I}{A r^3}$
D
$B_{\text{axis}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \cdot \frac{n I A}{r^3}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field on the axis of a circular current loop at a large distance $r$ is analogous to the field of a magnetic dipole.
The magnetic dipole moment $M$ of a coil with $n$ turns,area $A$,and current $I$ is given by $M = n I A$.
The formula for the magnetic field on the axis of a dipole at a distance $r$ is $B_{\text{axis}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \cdot \frac{2 M}{r^3}$.
Substituting $M = n I A$ into the formula,we get:
$B_{\text{axis}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4 \pi} \cdot \frac{2 n I A}{r^3}$.
88
MediumMCQ
The magnetic field at the centre of a current carrying circular coil of area $A$ is $B$. The magnetic moment $(M)$ of the coil is $(\mu_0 = \text{permeability of free space})$
A
$\frac{B A^2}{\mu_0 \pi}$
B
$\frac{2 B A^{3/2}}{\mu_0 \sqrt{\pi}}$
C
$\frac{B A^{3/2}}{\mu_0 \pi}$
D
$\frac{\mu_0 \sqrt{\pi}}{B A^{3/2}}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular coil of radius $r$ carrying current $I$ is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$.
Given the area $A = \pi r^2$, we have $r = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}}$.
Substituting $r$ into the magnetic field formula: $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2 \sqrt{A/\pi}} = \frac{\mu_0 I \sqrt{\pi}}{2 \sqrt{A}}$.
Solving for current $I$: $I = \frac{2 B \sqrt{A}}{\mu_0 \sqrt{\pi}}$.
The magnetic moment $M$ is given by $M = I A$.
Substituting the value of $I$: $M = \left( \frac{2 B \sqrt{A}}{\mu_0 \sqrt{\pi}} \right) A = \frac{2 B A^{3/2}}{\mu_0 \sqrt{\pi}}$.
89
MediumMCQ
The relation between magnetic moment $(M)$ of a current-carrying circular coil and the length $(L)$ of the wire used is:
A
$M \propto L$
B
$M \propto \frac{1}{L}$
C
$M \propto L^2$
D
$M \propto \frac{1}{L^2}$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment $(M)$ of a circular coil is given by $M = I \cdot A$,where $I$ is the current and $A$ is the area of the coil.
For a circular coil of radius $r$,the length of the wire $L$ is equal to the circumference,so $L = 2\pi r$,which implies $r = \frac{L}{2\pi}$.
The area of the coil is $A = \pi r^2 = \pi \left(\frac{L}{2\pi}\right)^2 = \frac{L^2}{4\pi}$.
Substituting this into the magnetic moment formula: $M = I \cdot \left(\frac{L^2}{4\pi}\right)$.
Since $I$ and $4\pi$ are constants,we have $M \propto L^2$.
90
MediumMCQ
In a hydrogen atom,an electron of charge '$e$' revolves in an orbit of radius '$r$' with speed '$v$'. The magnetic moment associated with the electron is:
A
$\frac{evr}{3}$
B
$\frac{evr}{2}$
C
$evr$
D
$\sqrt{2} evr$

Solution

(B) The magnetic moment $\mu$ of a current loop is given by $\mu = IA$,where $I$ is the current and $A$ is the area of the loop.
For an electron revolving in an orbit of radius '$r$' with speed '$v$',the time period '$T$' is given by $T = \frac{2\pi r}{v}$.
The equivalent current '$I$' is $I = \frac{e}{T} = \frac{ev}{2\pi r}$.
The area of the orbit is $A = \pi r^2$.
Substituting these values into the formula for magnetic moment:
$\mu = I \times A = \left( \frac{ev}{2\pi r} \right) \times (\pi r^2) = \frac{evr}{2}$.
91
EasyMCQ
The magnetic moments associated with two closely wound circular coils $A$ and $B$ of radius $r_A = 10 \ cm$ and $r_B = 20 \ cm$ respectively are equal. If $N_A, I_A$ and $N_B, I_B$ are the number of turns and current of $A$ and $B$ respectively,then which of the following relations is correct?
A
$2 \ N_A I_A = N_B I_B$
B
$N_A = 2 \ N_B$
C
$N_A I_A = 4 \ N_B I_B$
D
$4 \ N_A I_A = N_B I_B$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment $m$ of a current-carrying coil is given by $m = N I A$,where $N$ is the number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $A$ is the area of the coil.
Given that the magnetic moments of coils $A$ and $B$ are equal,$m_A = m_B$.
Therefore,$N_A I_A A_A = N_B I_B A_B$.
Since the coils are circular,the area $A = \pi r^2$. Thus,$N_A I_A (\pi r_A^2) = N_B I_B (\pi r_B^2)$.
Substituting the given radii $r_A = 10 \ cm$ and $r_B = 20 \ cm$:
$N_A I_A (10)^2 = N_B I_B (20)^2$.
$N_A I_A (100) = N_B I_B (400)$.
$N_A I_A = 4 \ N_B I_B$.
92
EasyMCQ
$A$ coil of $n$ turns and radius $R$ carries a current $I$. It is unwound and rewound to make a new coil of radius $\frac{R}{3}$ and the same current is passed through it. The ratio of the magnetic moment of the new coil to that of the original coil is
A
$3$
B
$2$
C
$\frac{1}{3}$
D
$\frac{1}{2}$

Solution

(C) The magnetic moment of a coil is given by $\mu = n I A = n I \pi R^2$.
Let the initial number of turns be $n_1 = n$ and radius be $R_1 = R$.
The initial magnetic moment is $\mu_1 = n I \pi R^2$.
When the wire is unwound and rewound,the total length of the wire $L = n_1 (2 \pi R_1) = n_2 (2 \pi R_2)$ remains constant.
Given $R_2 = \frac{R}{3}$,we have $n (2 \pi R) = n_2 (2 \pi \frac{R}{3})$,which gives $n_2 = 3n$.
The new magnetic moment is $\mu_2 = n_2 I \pi R_2^2 = (3n) I \pi (\frac{R}{3})^2 = 3n I \pi \frac{R^2}{9} = \frac{n I \pi R^2}{3}$.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} = \frac{\frac{n I \pi R^2}{3}}{n I \pi R^2} = \frac{1}{3}$.
93
MediumMCQ
Magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop of area '$A$' is '$B$'. The magnetic moment of the loop will be
A
$\frac{BA^2}{\mu_0 \pi}$
B
$\frac{2 BA^{3 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi}$
C
$\frac{BA^{1 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi^{1 / 2}}$
D
$\frac{2 BA^{3 / 2}}{\mu_0 \pi^{1 / 2}}$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field at the centre of a circular loop is given by the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2r}$
From this,we can express the current $I$ as:
$I = \frac{2Br}{\mu_0} \quad ...(i)$
For a circular loop of area $A$,the radius $r$ is given by:
$A = \pi r^2 \Rightarrow r = \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}} \quad ...(ii)$
The magnetic moment $M$ of the loop is defined as $M = IA$.
Substituting the values of $I$ from equation $(i)$ and $r$ from equation $(ii)$ into the expression for $M$:
$M = \left( \frac{2Br}{\mu_0} \right) \times A$
$M = \frac{2B}{\mu_0} \times \sqrt{\frac{A}{\pi}} \times A$
$M = \frac{2B}{\mu_0} \times \frac{A^{1/2}}{\pi^{1/2}} \times A$
$M = \frac{2BA^{3/2}}{\mu_0 \pi^{1/2}}$
94
MediumMCQ
Magnetic induction produced at the centre of a circular loop of radius $R$ carrying a current is $B$. The magnetic moment of the loop is $(\mu_0 = \text{permeability of free space})$
A
$\frac{BR^3}{2 \pi \mu_0}$
B
$\frac{2 \pi BR^3}{\mu_0}$
C
$\frac{BR^2}{2 \pi \mu_0}$
D
$\frac{2 \pi BR^2}{\mu_0}$

Solution

(B) The magnetic moment $m$ of a current-carrying loop is given by $m = nIA$,where $n$ is the number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $A$ is the area of the loop.
For a single circular loop $(n=1)$ of radius $R$,the magnetic induction $B$ at the centre is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0 I}{2R}$.
From this,we can express the current $I$ as $I = \frac{B \times 2R}{\mu_0}$.
The area of the loop is $A = \pi R^2$.
Substituting these into the formula for magnetic moment:
$m = I \times A = \left( \frac{B \times 2R}{\mu_0} \right) \times (\pi R^2) = \frac{2 \pi B R^3}{\mu_0}$.
95
EasyMCQ
The orbital magnetic moment associated with an orbiting electron of charge '$e$' is
A
inversely proportional to angular momentum
B
directly proportional to mass of electron
C
directly proportional to angular momentum
D
inversely proportional to charge on electron

Solution

(C) The orbital magnetic moment $M_0$ of an electron orbiting in a circular path is given by the relation:
$M_0 = \frac{-e}{2m_e} L$
where '$e$' is the charge of the electron,'$m_e$' is the mass of the electron,and '$L$' is the angular momentum.
From this expression,it is clear that the orbital magnetic moment $M_0$ is directly proportional to the angular momentum $L$ of the electron.
96
EasyMCQ
The magnetic moment of a current $(I)$ carrying circular coil of radius '$r$' and number of turns '$n$' depends on
A
$n$ only
B
$I$ only
C
$r$ only
D
$n$,$I$ and $r$

Solution

(D) The magnetic moment $(m)$ of a current-carrying coil is given by the formula:
$m = nIA$
where $n$ is the number of turns,$I$ is the current,and $A$ is the area of the coil.
For a circular coil of radius $r$,the area $A = \pi r^2$.
Substituting this into the formula,we get:
$m = nI(\pi r^2)$
Thus,the magnetic moment depends on the number of turns $(n)$,the current $(I)$,and the radius $(r)$ of the coil.
97
MediumMCQ
$A$ coil of $n$ turns and radius $R$ carries a current $I$. It is unwound and rewound again to make another coil of radius $\frac{R}{3}$,with the current remaining the same. The ratio of the magnetic moment of the new coil to that of the original coil is:
A
$3: 1$
B
$1: 3$
C
$9: 1$
D
$1: 9$

Solution

(B) The length of the wire remains constant. Let $N_1 = n$ and $N_2$ be the number of turns in the new coil.
Since the total length of the wire $L = N_1 (2 \pi R) = N_2 (2 \pi R_2)$,where $R_2 = \frac{R}{3}$:
$N_1 (2 \pi R) = N_2 (2 \pi \frac{R}{3})$
$N_1 = \frac{N_2}{3} \implies N_2 = 3 N_1$.
The magnetic moment $\mu$ of a coil is given by $\mu = N I A$,where $A = \pi R^2$.
For the original coil: $\mu_1 = N_1 I (\pi R^2)$.
For the new coil: $\mu_2 = N_2 I (\pi R_2^2) = (3 N_1) I \pi (\frac{R}{3})^2 = 3 N_1 I \pi \frac{R^2}{9} = \frac{1}{3} N_1 I \pi R^2$.
Therefore,the ratio $\frac{\mu_2}{\mu_1} = \frac{\frac{1}{3} N_1 I \pi R^2}{N_1 I \pi R^2} = \frac{1}{3}$.
98
MediumMCQ
The ratio of the magnetic field at the centre of a current-carrying circular loop to its magnetic moment is '$x$'. When both the current and the radius are doubled,the new ratio will be:
A
$2x$
B
$\frac{x}{2}$
C
$\frac{x}{4}$
D
$\frac{x}{8}$

Solution

(D) The magnetic field at the center of a circular loop is $B = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r}$.
The magnetic moment of the loop is $M = i \pi r^2$.
The ratio is $x = \frac{B}{M} = \frac{\mu_0 i / 2r}{i \pi r^2} = \frac{\mu_0}{2 \pi r^3}$.
When the current $i$ becomes $2i$ and the radius $r$ becomes $2r$,the new magnetic field $B'$ is $B' = \frac{\mu_0 (2i)}{2(2r)} = \frac{\mu_0 i}{2r} = B$.
The new magnetic moment $M'$ is $M' = (2i) \pi (2r)^2 = (2i) \pi (4r^2) = 8(i \pi r^2) = 8M$.
The new ratio $x'$ is $x' = \frac{B'}{M'} = \frac{B}{8M} = \frac{1}{8} \left( \frac{B}{M} \right) = \frac{x}{8}$.

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