Why Does a Metal Ring Heat Up in a Changing Magnetic Field?

In summary, when a metal ring is placed in a rapidly alternating magnetic field, it can become hot to the touch due to the creation of electric fields caused by the changing magnetic field. The induction of an emf in the ring also contributes to the heating.
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a1densmom
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If you place a metal ring in a region in where a magnetic field is rapidly alternating, the ring may become hot to your touch. Why?


Is it because a changing magnetic field can create electric fields? I AM SO CONFUSED...and it seems so simple?!?
 
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Well, I wouldn't call it simple.
You have a few more steps to explain why it gets hot.
Any other remarks?
 
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can you give me a hint?
 
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What does deflecting mean?
 
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a1densmom said:
What does deflecing mean?
I don't know, why?
Hint: what will an electric field do inside of the conductor?
 
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I thought that it might have something to do with it... I was lost.

Is it because the voltage is increased? I don't know... I am trying. Thank you for helping me.
 
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A changing magnetic flux, here you can think of it as just a changing magnetic field, induces an emf in the ring. What will happen in the ring with this induced emf acting?
(Faraday's/Lenz's law is a bit confusing) ; )
 
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Okay... I got it, I think... Thank you so much. Sorry if I annoyed you.
 

FAQ: Why Does a Metal Ring Heat Up in a Changing Magnetic Field?

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Magnetism is a natural force that causes objects, such as iron, to attract or repel one another. It is caused by the movement of electrons within a material.

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