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Electromagnetic Induction

Kerala Board · Class 12 · Physics

Flashcards for Electromagnetic Induction — Kerala Board Class 12 Physics. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Fundamentals

What is electromagnetic induction? State the basic principle.

Answer

Electromagnetic induction is the phenomenon in which an EMF (and current) is induced in a conductor when the magnetic flux through it changes. The basic principle: A changing magnetic field produces a

Card 2Fundamentals

Define magnetic flux and write its mathematical expression.

Answer

Magnetic flux (φB) is the measure of magnetic field lines passing through a given area. Mathematically: φB = B⃗ · A⃗ = BA cos θ, where B is magnetic field, A is area of the surface, and θ is angle bet

Card 3Faraday's Law

State Faraday's Law of Electromagnetic Induction.

Answer

Faraday's Law states that the magnitude of induced EMF in a closed circuit is directly proportional to the rate of change of magnetic flux through the circuit. Mathematically: |ε| = |dφB/dt|. For a co

Card 4Lenz's Law

What is Lenz's Law? Explain its physical significance.

Answer

Lenz's Law: The direction of induced current is such that it opposes the change causing it. Physical significance: It's a consequence of conservation of energy. If induced current aided the change, we

Card 5Numerical Problems

A circular coil of 100 turns, radius 5 cm is placed perpendicular to a magnetic field. If field changes from 0.1 T to 0.5 T in 0.2 s, find induced EMF.

Answer

Given: N = 100 turns, r = 5 cm = 0.05 m, B₁ = 0.1 T, B₂ = 0.5 T, t = 0.2 s Solution: Area A = πr² = π(0.05)² = π × 0.0025 = 7.85 × 10⁻³ m² Change in flux: Δφ = A(B₂ - B₁) = 7.85 × 10⁻³ × (0.5 - 0.1) =

Card 6Motional EMF

What is motional EMF? Derive the expression for a rod moving in a magnetic field.

Answer

Motional EMF is the EMF induced in a conductor moving through a magnetic field. Derivation: Consider a rod of length l moving with velocity v perpendicular to magnetic field B. In time t, rod moves di

Card 7Numerical Problems

A metal rod 50 cm long moves at 10 m/s perpendicular to a uniform magnetic field of 0.8 T. Calculate the motional EMF.

Answer

Given: l = 50 cm = 0.5 m, v = 10 m/s, B = 0.8 T For motional EMF: ε = Blv ε = 0.8 × 0.5 × 10 = 4.0 V The motional EMF induced across the ends of the rod is 4.0 V.

Card 8Eddy Currents

What are eddy currents? Give two applications and two disadvantages.

Answer

Eddy currents are circular currents induced in bulk conductors when exposed to changing magnetic fields, named after Foucault (1895). Applications: (1) Electromagnetic brakes in trains (2) Induction f

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