Is the Induced Flux Opposite to the External Magnetic Field?

In summary, the equation epsilon=-\frac{d \Phi}{dt} represents the emf where epsilon is the emf. This emf produces a current in the opposite direction to the loop, resulting in a magnetic field that opposes the external field B. The statement \frac{d \Phi}{dt}>0 \Rightarrow \frac{d \Phi_{Induced}}{dt}<0 means that the changing magnetic flux produces a changing current in the loop, which in turn produces a changing magnetic flux in the opposite direction. This is known as Lenz's law. Essentially, the changing magnetic flux causes an electric field around the wire, inducing a current in the loop. This current is changing with time and produces a changing magnetic
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[itex]epsilon=-\frac{d \Phi}{dt}[/itex] where epsilon is the emf. the emf produces a current in the oppostite direction to the loop which gives a magnetic field opposing ther external field B. my notes then say

[itex]\frac{d \Phi}{dt}>0 \Rightarrow \frac{d \Phi_{Induced}}{dt}<0[/itex] but i don't understand this statement, can someone explain it please?
 
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Changing magnetic flux produces the changing current in the loop. This changing current produces changing magnetic flux which links the loop resulting changing induces magnetic flux in the opposite direction. One is taken as positive and the other is taken as negative.
 
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sorry what?

is it basically lenz's law yeah?

the changing magnetic flux causes an electric field round the wire which induces a current round the loop, this current is changing with time and in turn produces a changing magnetic field in the oppostie direction to the original external field and so the induced flux has the opposite sign to the flux of the external field?
 

FAQ: Is the Induced Flux Opposite to the External Magnetic Field?

What is magnetic flux?

Magnetic flux is a measure of the total number of magnetic field lines passing through a given area.

What is the unit of measurement for magnetic flux?

The unit of measurement for magnetic flux is the Weber (Wb) in SI units.

What is electromagnetic induction?

Electromagnetic induction is the process of generating an electric current in a conductor by moving it through a magnetic field or by changing the magnetic field surrounding the conductor.

How is magnetic flux related to electromagnetic induction?

Magnetic flux is directly related to electromagnetic induction, as it is the change in magnetic flux that induces an electric current in a conductor.

What factors affect the magnitude of induced current in a conductor?

The magnitude of induced current in a conductor is affected by the strength of the magnetic field, the velocity of the conductor through the field, and the angle between the direction of motion and the direction of the magnetic field.

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