Magnetic Effects of Electric Current

Which of the following correctly describes the magnetic field near a long straight wore? a) the field consists of straight lines perpendicular to the wire b) the field consists of straight lines parallel to the wire c) the field consists of radial lines originating from the wire d) the field consists of concentric circles centered on the wire

Answer: The correct option is d) the field consists of concentric circles centered on the wire Explanation: In magnetism and electricity, a straight wire or conductor forms concentric magnetic...

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The strength of the magnetic field between the poles of an electromagnet would be unchanged if: a) current in the electromagnet winding were doubled b) direction of current in electromagnet were reversed c) distance between the poles of electromagnet were doubled d) material of the core of electromagnet were changed

Answer: The correct option is b) direction of current in electromagnet were reversed. Answer: The electromagnetic winding's current direction is reversed only on one side of the pole. The magnetic...

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The phenomenon of electromagnetic induction is: a) the process of charging a body b) the process of generating magnetic field due to a current passing through a coil c) producing induced current in a coil due to relative motion between a magnet and the coil d) the process of rotating a coil of an electric motor

Answer: The correct option is c) producing induced current in a coil due to relative motion between a magnet and the coil Explanation: According to Faraday's Law of electromagnetic induction, a...

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A horizontal wire carries a current as shown in figure below between magnetic poles N and S: Is the direction of the force on the wire due to the magnet: a) in the direction of the current b) vertically downwards c) opposite to the current direction d) vertically upwards

Answer: The correct answer is d) vertically upwards Explanation: Using Fleming's left-hand rule, the wire's force acts vertically upward. The index finger indicates the direction of the magnetic...

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A current flows in a wire running between the S and N poles of a magnet lying horizontally shown in the figure below:The force on the wire due to the magnet is directed: a) from N to S b) from S to N c) vertically downwards d) vertically upwards

Answer: The correct option is c) vertically downwards Explanation: Using Fleming's left-hand rule, the force on the wire should be vertical. The index finger indicates the direction of the magnetic...

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An electron beam enters a magnetic field at right angles to it as shown in the figure: The direction of force acting on the electron beam will be: a) to the left b) to the right c) into the page d) out of the page

Answer: The correct option is c) into the page Explanation: Using Fleming's left-hand rule, the electron beam will be forced into the paper. The index finger indicates the direction of the magnetic...

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An induced current is produced when a magnet is moved into a coil. The magnitude of induced current does not depend on: a) the speed with which the magnet is moved b) the number of turns of the coil c) the resistivity of the wire of the coil d) the strength of the magnet

Answer: The correct option is b) Explanation: The induced emf is represented by: e=-NAd(B)dt e=-N A \frac{d(B)}{d t} Here, $N$ is the number of turns of the coil, $A$ is the area of the coil, and...

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The north pole of a long bar magnet was pushed slowly into a short solenoid connected to a galvanometer. The magnet was held stationary for a few seconds with the north pole in the middle of the solenoid and then withdrawn rapidly. The maximum deflection of the galvanometer was observed when the magnet was: a) moving towards the solenoid b) moving into solenoid c) at rest inside the solenoid d) moving out of the solenoid

Answer: The correct option is d) moving out of the solenoid Explanation: The galvanometer displays no deflection when the bar magnet is fixed. A galvanometer shows deflection when the north pole of...

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When the switch S is closed in the figure given below, the pointer of the galvanometer moves to the right. If S is kept closed, will the pointer: a) return to zero? b) stay over on the right? c) move to the left and stay there d) move to and fro until S is opened

Answer: The correct option is a) return to zero Explanation: When the switch S is closed, the galvanometer's pointer moves to the right. If S is closed, the magnetic field becomes constant, meaning...

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The essential difference between an AC generator and a DC generator is that: a) AC generator has an electromagnet while a DC generator has permanent magnet b) DC generator will generate a higher voltage c) AC generator will generate a higher voltage d) AC generator has slip rings while the DC generator has a commutator

Answer: The correct option is d) AC generator has slip rings while the DC generator has a commutator Explanation: So, the main distinction between AC and DC generators is that AC generators have...

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The phenomenon of electromagnetic induction is: a) the process of charging a body b) the process of generating magnetic field due to a current passing through a coil c) producing induced current in a coil due to relative motion between a magnet and the coil d) the process of rotating a coil of an electric motor

Answer: The correct option is c) producing induced current in a coil due to relative motion between a magnet and the coil Explanation: According to Faraday's Law of electromagnetic induction, a...

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An MCB which cuts off the electricity supply in case of short-circuiting or overloading works on the: a) chemical effect of current b) heating effect of current c) magnetic effect of current d) electroplating effect of current

Answer: The correct option is c) magnetic effect of current. Explanation: A micro circuit breaker (MCB) works faster and more efficiently than a fuse to stop excessive current flow. When heated, an...

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A 3-pin mains plug is fitted to the cable for a 1kW electric kettle to be used on a 250V a.c supply. Which of the following statement is not correct? a) the fuse should be fitted in the live wire b) a 13A fuse is the most appropriate value to use c) the neutral wire is coloured black d) the green wire should be connected to the earth pin

Answer: The correct option is b) a 13A fuse is the most appropriate value to use Explanation: Describing the relationship between the fuse rating and the fuse rating. FR=1.25×PV F R=1.25 \times...

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Which one of the following statements is not true?
a) In a house circuit, lamps are used in parallel
b) Switches, fuses, and circuit breakers should be placed in the neutral wire
c) An electric iron has its earth wire connected to the metal case to prevent the user receiving a shock
d) When connecting a three-core cable to a 13A three-pin plug, the red wire goes to the live pin

Answer: The correct option is b) switches, fuses, and circuit breakers should be placed in the neutral wire They should not be attached to the neutral wire because if they are, they would all burn...

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a) An electric iron is rated at 230V, 750W. Calculate i) the maximum current, ii) the number of units of electricity it would use in 30 minutes. b) Which of the following fuse ratings would be suitable for this electric iron? 1A, 3A, 5A, 13A.

Solution: a) Given, V = 230V P = 750W T = 30/60 = 0.5 hours i) Let the maximum current be I As we know that, P = VI Evaluating value of current, 750 = 230I I = 3.26A ii) Electric energy consumed, E...

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a) What do you understand by the terms ‘direct current’ and ‘alternating current’? b) Name some sources of direct current and some of alternating current. c) State an important advantage of alternating current over direct current. d) What is the frequency of AC supply in India?

Answer: a) As a general rule, direct current is used to refer to the current that flows in just one direction, and alternating current is used to refer to the current that flows in both directions...

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a) What do you understand by the term ‘electromagnetic induction’? Explain with the help of a diagram.  b) Name one device which works on the phenomenon of electromagnetic induction.  c) Describe different ways to induce current in a coil of wire.

a) What do you understand by the term ‘electromagnetic induction’? Explain with the help of a diagram. b) Name one device which works on the phenomenon of electromagnetic induction. c) Describe different ways to induce current in a coil of wire.

Answer: a)Electricity is produced by electromagnetism, which is referred to as electromagnetic induction. The wire AB should be moved upwards between the poles of the horseshoe magnet so that it is...

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a) In what respect does the construction of an AC generator differ from that of a DC generator? b) What normally drives the alternators in a thermal power station? What fuels can be used to heat water in the boiler?

a) When it comes to the building of both the DC and the AC generators, the ends of both generator coils are connected to the outer circuit. A DC generator is comprised of two half rings of copper...

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Name and state the rule to find the direction of: a) current induced in a coil due to its rotation in a magnetic field b) force experienced by a current-carrying straight conductor placed in a magnetic field which is perpendicular to it.

Answer: a) Fleming's right-hand rule: The thumb, forefinger, and middle finger of the right hand are parallel. The thumb indicates conductor velocity, the forefinger the magnetic field, and the...

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Imagine that you are sitting in a chamber with your back to one wall. An electron beam, moving horizontally from back wall towards the front wall, is deflected by a strong magnetic field to your right side. What is the direction of magnetic field?

The Fleming's Left hand rule can be used to determine the direction of the magnetic field. The magnetic field will be perpendicular to the current direction and the direction of deflection, i.e.,...

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State whether the following statements are true or false.
a. The field at the center of a long circular coil carrying current will be parallel straight lines.
b. A wire with a green insulation is usually the live wire of an electric supply.

a. True A solenoid is a long circular coil. Inside a solenoid, the magnetic field lines are parallel straight lines. b. False The earth wire has green insulation while the live wires have red...

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The essential difference between an AC generator and a DC generator is that
a. AC generator has an electromagnet while a DC generator has permanent magnet.
b. DC generator will generate a higher voltage.
c. AC generator will generate a higher voltage.
d. AC generator has slip rings while the DC generator has a commutator.

d. AC generator has slip rings while the DC generator has a commutator. The slip rings are two rings on AC generators, while the commutator is two half rings on DC generators. This is the primary...

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The phenomenon of electromagnetic induction is
a. the process of charging a body.
b. the process of generating magnetic field due to a current passing through a coil.
c. producing induced current in a coil due to relative motion between a magnet and the coil.
d. the process of rotating a coil of an electric motor.

c. producing induced current in a coil due to relative motion between a magnet and the coil. The process of inducing electricity in a coil due to the relative motion of the coil and the magnet is...

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Which of the following correctly describes the magnetic field near a long straight wire?
a. The field consists of straight lines perpendicular to the wire.
b. The field consists of straight lines parallel to the wire.
c. The field consists of radial lines originating from the wire.
d. The field consists of concentric circles centered on the wire.

d. The field consists of concentric circles centered on the wire. Concentric circles form the magnetic field around a long straight wire. Their centres are on the wire.

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Choose the correct option.
A rectangular coil of copper wires is rotated in a magnetic field. The direction of the induced current changes once in each
a. two revolutions
b. one revolution
c. half revolution
d. one-fourth revolution

c. half revolution As we know that E.M.F is given by: E=nωBAcosωt On rotating a rectangular coil in a magnetic field, the direction of the induced current changes once per half revolution....

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a) State what would happen to the direction of rotation of a motor if:
i) the current were reversed
ii) the magnetic field were reversed
iii) both current and magnetic field were reversed simultaneously
b) In what ways can a motor be made more powerful?

Answer: a) i. As a result of reversing the current, the direction of rotation would be reversed. a) I If the current is reversed, the direction of rotation would be reversed. ii. It should be noted...

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a) A current-carrying conductor is placed perpendicularly in a magnetic field. Name the rule which can be used to find the direction of force acting on the conductor.
b) State two ways to increase the force on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic field.

Answer: (a) The Fleming left-hand rule can be used to find the direction of force applied on a current-carrying conductor. (b) Increasing the current flow in a conductor in a magnetic field...

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Long Answer Type Questions: c) What is the shape of field lines inside a current-carrying solenoid? What does the pattern of filed lines inside a current-carrying solenoid indicate?
d) List three ways in which the magnetic field strength of a current-carrying solenoid can be increased?

Answer: c) When the magnetic field lines inside a current-carrying solenoid are parallel to one another and in straight lines, the magnetic field inside the solenoid is uniform. d) When employing a...

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Long Answer Type Questions: a) What is a solenoid? Draw a sketch to show the magnetic field pattern produced by a current-carrying solenoid.
b) Name the type of magnet with which the magnetic field pattern of a current-carrying solenoid resembles.

Answer: a) A solenoid is described as a lengthy coil of insulated copper wire that contains a large number of near turns and is used to operate a motor. b) It has been demonstrated that the magnetic...

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a) Draw a sketch to show the magnetic lines of force due to a current-carrying straight conductor.
b) Name and state the rule to determine the direction of magnetic field around a straight current-carrying conductor.

Answer: a) The diagram required: b) Maxwell's right hand rule is used to determine the magnetic field direction around a straight current-carrying wire. The thumb points in the direction of the...

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Fill in the following blanks with suitable words: c) The magnetic effect of a coil can be increased by increasing the number of ………, increasing the …….., or inserting an …. core.
d) If a coil is viewed from one end and the current flows in an anticlockwise direction, then this end is a pole.

Answer: (c) The magnetic effect of a coil can be increased by increasing the number of turns increasing the current or inserting an iron core. Explanation: The strength of an electromagnet can be...

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Fill in the following blanks with suitable words:
a) The lines of ….. round a straight current-carrying conductor are in the shape of …..
b) For a current-carrying solenoid, the magnetic field is like that of a ……..

Answer: a) The lines of magnetic field round a straight current-carrying conductor are in the shape of concentric circles. Explanation: b) For a current-carrying solenoid, the magnetic field is like...

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a) Define magnetic field lines. Describe an activity to draw a magnetic field line outside a bar magnet from one pole to another pole.
b) Explain why a freely suspended magnet always points in the north-south direction.

Answer: a) When the north magnetic pole moves, the magnetic field lines move. Magnetic field lines are also called magnetic force lines. Activity: Compass and bar magnet, please. Attach the bar...

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Fill in the following blanks with suitable words:
a) Magnetic field lines leave the …. Pole of a bar magnet and enters at its …..
b) The earth’s magnetic field is rather like that of a ….. magnet with its …. Pole in the northern hemisphere.

Answer: a) North and south b) Bar and south Explanation: A magnetic compass can trace a bar magnet's magnetic field lines. The compass can be moved from one bar magnet pole to another. In order to...

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