Mystery of Magnetic Flux: Example 6.2 Revealed

In summary, the conversation discusses the relationship between magnetic flux and induced current, specifically in the context of Lenz's law. In the first example, it is stated that the flux is decreasing and the direction of the induced current should be reverse. However, it is questioned why the flux is stated to be increasing. The answer is that it is only the magnitude of the flux that is increasing, as per Lenz's law. In the second example, confusion arises when discussing the direction of the current and the resulting B-field. It is clarified that the direction of the current is determined by the need to generate an opposing B-field to counteract the increasing flux, leading to an anti-clockwise current flow.
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Refer to example 6.2 shown in the picture, the magnetic flux = -1.2t and the deriative time of magnetic flux should be -1.2, thus, the flux is decreasing and the direction of the induced current should be reverse. but why it say the flux is increasing?
 
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It only says that the magnitude of the flux is increasing.
 
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atyy said:
It only says that the magnitude of the flux is increasing.

the direction flow of the current indicates that the induces B field oppose the increasing flux... but the d (magnetic flux linkage) / dt should be less than 0, so the induces B field must point into the plane and the direction of the current should be flow from left to right, right?
 
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gsan said:
the direction flow of the current indicates that the induces B field oppose the increasing flux
Yes, correct.


... but the d (magnetic flux linkage) / dt should be less than 0
It is greater than zero because Lenz law is -d(phi)/dt and not just d(phi)/dt.

, so the induces B field must point into the plane and the direction of the current should be flow from left to right, right?
No, as you said above, the current inducing induced must itself generate an opposing B-field to counteract increasing flux. Since flux is increasing, this means the resultant B-field must point upwards. And if it point upwards, it means the current must be anti-clockwise, not clockwise.
 
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@Defennder

I m really confuse. what about for below example?

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if you say that Lenz law is -d(phi)/dt, then for this case, -d(phi)/dt should be less than zero, the flux is decreasing and the current should flow couterclockwise.
 
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FAQ: Mystery of Magnetic Flux: Example 6.2 Revealed

What is magnetic flux?

Magnetic flux is a measure of the strength of a magnetic field passing through a given area. It is usually represented by the symbol Φ and is measured in units of webers (Wb).

How is magnetic flux calculated?

Magnetic flux is calculated by multiplying the magnetic field strength by the area perpendicular to the field. In mathematical terms, it is expressed as Φ = B * A, where B is the magnetic field strength and A is the area.

What is the significance of magnetic flux?

Magnetic flux plays a crucial role in understanding the behavior of magnetic fields and their interactions with materials. It helps in determining the strength of a magnetic field and is used in various applications such as generators, motors, and transformers.

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The Mystery of Magnetic Flux: Example 6.2 refers to a specific problem in which the magnetic flux through a wire loop is calculated using different methods and compared. The revealed part refers to the solution to the problem and the explanation of the different steps involved in solving it.

How can understanding magnetic flux be useful in everyday life?

Understanding magnetic flux can be useful in various everyday applications such as using magnetic compasses for navigation, using magnetic fields in security systems, and in the development of new technologies like magnetic levitation trains.

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