What's the Induced Voltage in a Coil Removed from a Magnetic Field?

In summary: Right. Sorry, I had a brain cramp. For part (C), does this look right?(10 T*m^2 - 0) / (0.2s) = 50 VIt indeed does.
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Homework Statement


A coil of wire with 100 turns and a cross-sectional area of 0.1 m2 lies with its plane perpendicular to a magnetic field of magnitude 1 T . (a) Describe in your own words the meaning of magnetic flux (b) calculate the total magnetic flux passing through the coil. (c) If the coil is rapidly removed from the magnetic field in a time of 0.2s, what is the average induced voltage in the coil?


Homework Equations


Φm = B*A


The Attempt at a Solution


I know what magnetic flux is, so I'm looking for help with (b) and (c) please.
 
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For a coil of N turns, [tex]\Phi[/tex]=NBA.
You know all the three variables, so that's an easy calculation for b).

For c), you need to use Faraday's Law of Induction [tex]\epsilon[/tex]=(-)d[tex]\Phi[/tex]/dt.
I put the minus in brackets because you really need the magnitude of the voltage, not its direction. But the minus should indeed be there. Again, it's just substitution :)


R.
 
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For a coil of N turns, LaTeX Code: \\Phi =NBA.
You know all the three variables, so that's an easy calculation for b).

For c), you need to use Faraday's Law of Induction LaTeX Code: \\epsilon =(-)dLaTeX Code: \\Phi /dt.
I put the minus in brackets because you really need the magnitude of the voltage, not its direction. But the minus should indeed be there. Again, it's just substitution :)


R.

So for (b), it's just (100)(0.1^2)(1). That gives a magnetic flux of 1. Does it look like I did that right?
 
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agilic said:
So for (b), it's just (100)(0.1^2)(1). That gives a magnetic flux of 1. Does it look like I did that right?

I thought the area was 0.1 m^2. How come it's squared now?
 
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I thought the area was 0.1 m^2. How come it's squared now?

That's weird that the question is phrased like that. What is the difference between 0.1^2 m and 0.1 m^2? And how do I set up the equation in this case?
 
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well, an area has the units of m^2, as you know.
So saying that the area is 0.1^2 m makes no sense.

Therefore from what you've written above, you have A=0.1 [m^2], and all you need to do is plug it into the equation in the same way as before.

So you would have 100*0.1*1 . R.
 
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well, an area has the units of m^2, as you know.
So saying that the area is 0.1^2 m makes no sense.

Therefore from what you've written above, you have A=0.1 [m^2], and all you need to do is plug it into the equation in the same way as before.

So you would have 100*0.1*1 .


R.

Right. Sorry, I had a brain cramp. For part (C), does this look right?

(10 T*m^2 - 0) / (0.2s) = 50 V
 
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It indeed does.

R.
 

FAQ: What's the Induced Voltage in a Coil Removed from a Magnetic Field?

What is magnetic flux?

Magnetic flux is the measure of the total magnetic field passing through a given area. It is represented by the symbol Φ and is measured in units of tesla meter squared (T·m²).

How is magnetic flux related to a coil of wire?

A coil of wire can be used to create a magnetic field, which in turn can generate magnetic flux. The number of turns in the coil and the current flowing through it can affect the strength of the magnetic field and the amount of flux produced.

What is the difference between magnetic flux and magnetic flux density?

Magnetic flux is a measure of the total magnetic field passing through an area, while magnetic flux density is a measure of the strength of the magnetic field at a specific point. It is represented by the symbol B and is measured in units of tesla (T).

How does the orientation of a coil of wire affect magnetic flux?

The orientation of a coil of wire can affect the direction and strength of the magnetic field it produces, which in turn can affect the amount of magnetic flux. For example, a coil with more turns and a stronger current will produce a stronger magnetic field and therefore, a higher magnetic flux.

What are some practical applications of magnetic flux and coils of wire?

Magnetic flux and coils of wire are commonly used in various technologies, including electric motors, generators, and transformers. They are also used in magnetic sensors, such as compasses and MRI machines, and in data storage devices like hard drives and cassette tapes.

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