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Magnetism

Maharashtra Board · Class 11 · Physics

Flashcards for Magnetism — Maharashtra Board Class 11 Physics. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Basic Properties of Magnets

What are the fundamental properties of magnets that every student must know?

Answer

1. Every magnet has two poles: North and South 2. Like poles repel, unlike poles attract 3. If a magnet is broken, each piece becomes an independent magnet 4. Isolated magnetic monopoles do not exist

Card 2Magnetic Field Lines

What are magnetic lines of force and what are their key properties?

Answer

Magnetic lines of force are imaginary lines that represent the magnetic field around a magnet. Key Properties: 1. Form closed loops (originate from N-pole, end at S-pole) 2. Direction of magnetic fie

Card 3Magnetic Flux and Field

Define magnetic flux and write its formula. What are its SI units?

Answer

Magnetic Flux (φ): The number of magnetic field lines passing through a given area. Formula: φ = B.A (for uniform field perpendicular to area) For uniform field: B = φ/A SI Unit: Weber (Wb) 1 Weber

Card 4Magnetic Dipole

What is a magnetic dipole? Define magnetic dipole moment and its units.

Answer

Magnetic Dipole: A system with two equal and opposite magnetic poles separated by a distance. Magnetic Dipole Moment (m): Definition: Product of pole strength and distance between poles Formula: m =

Card 5Bar Magnet Dimensions

For a bar magnet, how is magnetic length related to geometric length?

Answer

Relationship between Magnetic and Geometric Length: Magnetic length (2l) = (5/6) × Geometric length This means the effective magnetic poles are located slightly inside the physical ends of the magne

Card 6Magnetic Field Calculations

Derive the formula for magnetic field at a point on the axis of a bar magnet (axial field).

Answer

For a short magnetic dipole (r >> l): Using electrostatic analogy: Electric field on axis: E = (1/4πε₀) × (2p/r³) Magnetic field on axis: Bₐ = (μ₀/4π) × (2m/r³) Where: • μ₀ = 4π × 10⁻⁷ H/m (permeab

Card 7Magnetic Field Calculations

Derive the formula for magnetic field at a point on the equator of a bar magnet (equatorial field).

Answer

For a short magnetic dipole (r >> l): Using electrostatic analogy: Electric field on equator: E = (1/4πε₀) × (p/r³) Magnetic field on equator: Bₑq = -(μ₀/4π) × (m/r³) Where: • Negative sign indicat

Card 8Magnetic Field Calculations

What is the relationship between axial and equatorial magnetic fields for the same distance?

Answer

Relationship: Bₐₓᵢₛ = 2Bₑq (at the same distance r) Mathematical proof: Bₐ = (μ₀/4π) × (2m/r³) Bₑq = (μ₀/4π) × (m/r³) Therefore: Bₐ/Bₑq = 2 This means: • Axial field is twice as strong as equatoria

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