CUET UG Physics Booster Test 2-Faraday’s Laws and Lenz’s Law
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QUESTION 1 OF 20
If a coil of 500 turns and resistance 2 Ω generates an estimated induced emf of 3.8 × 10⁻³ V, what is the estimated induced current?
QUESTION 2 OF 20
Choose the correct regarding quantitative experimental results of Faraday
Statements
1. A stationary magnet inside a coil induces steady current.
2. Faster relative motion results in a larger induced current.
3. The direction of deflection is independent of the magnet's pole.
4. A soft iron rod decreases the deflection dramatically.
QUESTION 3 OF 20
Effect on induced emf magnitude if the rate of change of flux is doubled, and if number of turns is halved:
QUESTION 4 OF 20
Match List I with List II regarding flux derivative
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| (1) ΔΦB = 0 | (a) Constant non-zero induced EMF magnitude |
| (2) dΦB/dt = constant > 0 | (b) Mathematical expression for induced EMF |
| (3) −dΦB/dt | (c) Zero average induced EMF over the interval |
| (4) dΦB/dt = 0 | (d) Stationary coil in uniform steady field |
QUESTION 5 OF 20
Multiple turn coils statements
Statements
1. The total induced emf is equal to the sum of emfs of individual turns.
2. Change of flux is assumed same for each turn in a closely wound coil.
3. Increasing N directly decreases the total induced emf.
4. The expression for total induced emf is −N(dΦB/dt).
QUESTION 6 OF 20
Incorrect statement about flux linkage factors
QUESTION 7 OF 20
Correct statements about varying field magnitude
Statements
1. A changing current in a neighboring coil can vary the field magnitude.
2. Inserting an iron rod into a coil changes the resulting magnetic field magnitude.
3. Only permanent magnets can provide a varying magnetic field magnitude.
4. The steady Earth's magnetic field easily induces an emf in a stationary loop.
QUESTION 8 OF 20
If the area of a rectangular loop changes from A₁ to A₂ in time Δt within a uniform perpendicular magnetic field B, the magnitude of the average induced emf is
QUESTION 9 OF 20
When a circular coil is rotated about its vertical diameter by 180° in a uniform horizontal magnetic field,
QUESTION 10 OF 20
A uniform magnetic field of 0.10 T is set up across a loop of area 100 cm² at an angle where cos(θ) = 1. The field is decreased to zero in 0.5 s. The magnitude of the induced emf is:
QUESTION 11 OF 20
The negative sign in Faraday's law equation ε = -dΦB/dt
Statements
1. Indicates that flux always decreases with time.
2. Represents Lenz's law and the opposition to flux change.
3. Implies that induced current is always counter-clockwise.
4. Means that the magnetic field must be negative.
QUESTION 12 OF 20
Induced current direction to oppose increasing flux; induced current direction to oppose decreasing flux:
QUESTION 13 OF 20
Match List I with List II for a Bar Magnet Approaching a Coil
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| (1) N-pole approaches coil | (a) Coil face becomes N-pole |
| (2) S-pole approaches coil | (b) Coil face becomes S-pole |
| (3) N-pole recedes from coil | (c) Opposes recession by becoming S-pole |
| (4) S-pole recedes from coil | (d) Opposes recession by becoming N-pole |
QUESTION 14 OF 20
Magnetic polarity of coils statements
Statements
1. A counter-clockwise induced current creates a North polarity.
2. A clockwise induced current creates a South polarity.
3. An open circuit loop develops magnetic polarity and current.
4. The polarity acts to accelerate an approaching magnet.
QUESTION 15 OF 20
Incorrect statement about perpetual motion in the context of induction
QUESTION 16 OF 20
Correct statements about work done against forces
Statements
1. The repulsive force due to induced current necessitates work to move the magnet.
2. This work is entirely stored as potential energy in the magnet.
3. The work done by a person is dissipated as Joule heating.
4. No work is required if an open circuit is used in place of a closed loop.
QUESTION 17 OF 20
If the energy spent by a person moving a magnet towards a coil is E, and the energy dissipated by Joule heating due to the induced current is H, conservation of energy dictates that
QUESTION 18 OF 20
In the context of energy transformation during electromagnetic induction, the mechanical work done in moving a magnet towards a coil...
QUESTION 19 OF 20
If a loop moves into a magnetic field, and the work done against the opposing force generates 5.0 J of Joule heating over 2.5 s, what is the average mechanical power expended?
QUESTION 20 OF 20
When a planar loop of irregular shape is pulled completely out of a uniform magnetic field
Statements
1. The induced current is zero once the loop is entirely outside the field region.
2. The induced emf remains constant throughout the exit process.
3. The induced current flows to further decrease the magnetic flux.
4. No emf is induced at any point during its motion.
Test Complete!
Answer Review
1 If a coil of 500 turns and resistance 2 Ω generates an estimated induced emf of 3.8 × 10⁻³ V, what is the estimated induced current?
�� Apply Ohm's law. �� Current depends on emf and resistance. �� Direct substitution.
- Given: ε = 3.8 × 10⁻³ V R = 2 Ω → Using Ohm's law: I = ε/R = (3.8 × 10⁻³)/2 = 1.9 × 10⁻³ A → Therefore Option A is correct. → Option B is four times larger than the calculated value. → Option C incorrectly treats current equal to emf. → Option D is much larger than the actual value.
- �� Option B. 7.6 × 10⁻³ A → Incorrect calculation.
- �� Option C. 3.8 × 10⁻³ A → Ignores resistance.
- �� Option D. 1.5 × 10⁻² A → Significantly larger than actual value.
Used
- �� Substitution
Application:
- �� Substitute given values into Ohm's law.
Final Logic:
- �� I = ε/R = 1.9 × 10⁻³ A.
- Current = EMF ÷ Resistance
2 Choose the correct regarding quantitative experimental results of Faraday
Statements
1. A stationary magnet inside a coil induces steady current.
2. Faster relative motion results in a larger induced current.
3. The direction of deflection is independent of the magnet's pole.
4. A soft iron rod decreases the deflection dramatically.
�� Faster motion changes flux rapidly. �� Larger emf is induced. �� Deflection increases.
- Faraday observed that induced current depends on the rate of change of magnetic flux. → Faster relative motion between magnet and coil increases dΦ/dt. → Larger induced emf and current are produced. → Hence Statement 2 is correct.
- �� Option A. (1) → Stationary magnet produces no change in flux.
- �� Option C. (3) → Deflection direction depends on pole and motion.
- �� Option D. (4) → Soft iron increases flux and deflection.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Identify which statement agrees with Faraday's observations.
Final Logic:
- �� Faster flux change produces larger induced current.
- Faster Motion = Bigger Current
3 Effect on induced emf magnitude if the rate of change of flux is doubled, and if number of turns is halved:
�� Faraday's law contains N and dΦ/dt. �� EMF is directly proportional to both. �� Analyze each change separately.
- Faraday's law: ε = N(dΦ/dt) → If dΦ/dt doubles: ε doubles. → If N is halved: ε becomes half. → Therefore the correct pair is: Doubled, Halved.
- �� Option B. Halved, Doubled → Exactly opposite.
- �� Option C. Doubled, Doubled → Incorrect effect of N.
- �� Option D. Halved, Halved → Incorrect effect of flux change.
Used
- �� Conceptual Recall
Application:
- �� Recall direct proportionality in Faraday's law.
Final Logic:
- �� EMF ∝ N(dΦ/dt).
- Double Flux Rate → Double EMF
4 Match List I with List II regarding flux derivative
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| (1) ΔΦB = 0 | (a) Constant non-zero induced EMF magnitude |
| (2) dΦB/dt = constant > 0 | (b) Mathematical expression for induced EMF |
| (3) −dΦB/dt | (c) Zero average induced EMF over the interval |
| (4) dΦB/dt = 0 | (d) Stationary coil in uniform steady field |
Zero net change in flux gives zero average induced emf. A constant rate of change of flux produces a constant induced emf. The quantity −dΦB/dt represents Faraday's law. A stationary coil in a steady magnetic field has no change in flux.
- (1) ΔΦB = 0 When the net change in magnetic flux over a time interval is zero, the average induced emf over that interval is also zero. → 1 → c → (2) dΦB/dt = constant > 0 A constant positive rate of change of magnetic flux produces a constant non-zero induced emf magnitude. → 2 → a → (3) −dΦB/dt According to Faraday's law, ε = −dΦB/dt Thus, it is the mathematical expression for induced emf. → 3 → b → (4) dΦB/dt = 0 For a stationary coil in a uniform steady magnetic field, the magnetic flux remains constant. Therefore, dΦB/dt = 0 → 4 → d Therefore: 1 → c 2 → a 3 → b 4 → d Hence, Option A is correct.
- Option B: Incorrectly matches ΔΦB = 0 with constant induced emf and misidentifies Faraday's law.
- Option C: Incorrectly associates a constant rate of flux change with zero average emf.
- Option D: Incorrectly matches the mathematical expression of emf and steady-field condition.
Used
- Matching / Formula Interpretation
Application:
- Use Faraday's law:
- ε = −dΦB/dt
- Interpret each mathematical expression physically.
Final Logic:
- ΔΦB = 0 → Zero average emf
- Constant dΦB/dt → Constant emf
- ��dΦB/dt → Faraday's law expression
- dΦB/dt = 0 → Stationary coil in steady field
"Rate of Flux Change → EMF"
5 Multiple turn coils statements
Statements
1. The total induced emf is equal to the sum of emfs of individual turns.
2. Change of flux is assumed same for each turn in a closely wound coil.
3. Increasing N directly decreases the total induced emf.
4. The expression for total induced emf is −N(dΦB/dt).
�� Emfs add in a coil. �� Same flux change per turn. �� EMF increases with N.
- Total emf equals the sum of induced emfs in all turns. → In a closely wound coil, each turn experiences nearly identical flux change. → Therefore: ε = −N(dΦB/dt) → Statement 3 is incorrect because increasing N increases emf.
- �� Option B → Includes false Statement 3.
- �� Option C → Includes false Statement 3.
- �� Option D → Includes false Statement 3.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Identify the incorrect statement regarding N.
Final Logic:
- �� EMF is directly proportional to number of turns.
- More Turns = More EMF
6 Incorrect statement about flux linkage factors
�� Flux depends on B, A and θ. �� Resistance does not affect flux. �� Flux is geometric and magnetic.
- Magnetic flux: Φ = BA cosθ → Flux depends on magnetic field, area and orientation. → Resistance affects current, not magnetic flux. → Therefore Option B is incorrect and hence the correct answer.
- �� Option A → Magnetic field directly affects flux.
- �� Option C → Shape change changes area.
- �� Option D → Orientation changes flux.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Compare variables appearing in Φ = BA cosθ.
Final Logic:
- �� Resistance is absent from the flux equation.
- Flux = B, A, Angle
7 Correct statements about varying field magnitude
Statements
1. A changing current in a neighboring coil can vary the field magnitude.
2. Inserting an iron rod into a coil changes the resulting magnetic field magnitude.
3. Only permanent magnets can provide a varying magnetic field magnitude.
4. The steady Earth's magnetic field easily induces an emf in a stationary loop.
�� Changing current changes magnetic field. �� Iron core strengthens magnetic field. �� Flux variation induces emf.
- A changing current in a nearby coil produces a changing magnetic field, thereby changing magnetic flux. → Inserting an iron rod increases magnetic permeability and strengthens the magnetic field. → Both methods vary field magnitude and can induce emf. → Therefore Statements 1 and 2 are correct. → Statement 3 is incorrect because electromagnets and varying currents can also produce changing magnetic fields. → Statement 4 is incorrect because a steady magnetic field acting on a stationary loop does not produce changing flux.
- �� Option B. (3), (4) → Both statements are incorrect.
- �� Option C. (1), (3) → Statement 3 is incorrect.
- �� Option D. (2), (4) → Statement 4 is incorrect.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Identify which statements actually produce a change in magnetic flux.
Final Logic:
- �� Only changing field conditions can induce emf.
- Change Current or Core → Change Flux
8 If the area of a rectangular loop changes from A₁ to A₂ in time Δt within a uniform perpendicular magnetic field B, the magnitude of the average induced emf is
�� Flux depends on area. �� Apply Faraday's law. �� Use change in area.
- Magnetic flux: Φ = BA (since field is perpendicular to the loop) → Change in flux: ΔΦ = B(A₂ − A₁) → Average induced emf: ε = |ΔΦ|/Δt = B|A₂ − A₁|/Δt → Therefore, Option A is correct.
- �� Option B → Uses sum of areas instead of change in area.
- �� Option C → Uses ratio of areas, which is not part of Faraday's law.
- �� Option D → Inverse relation is incorrect.
Used
- �� Substitution
Application:
- �� Apply Φ = BA and Faraday's law.
Final Logic:
- �� EMF depends on rate of area change.
- Change Area ÷ Time = EMF
9 When a circular coil is rotated about its vertical diameter by 180° in a uniform horizontal magnetic field,
�� Rotation changes orientation. �� Flux depends on angle. �� Area vector reverses after 180° rotation.
- Magnetic flux: Φ = BA cosθ → Rotating the coil through 180° reverses the direction of the area vector. → Initial flux = +BA cosθ → Final flux = −BA cosθ → Thus the final flux is exactly the negative of the initial flux. → Therefore Option B is correct.
- �� Option A → Flux changes continuously during rotation.
- �� Option C → Changing flux induces emf during rotation.
- �� Option D → Area vector orientation changes continuously.
Used
- �� Conceptual Recall
Application:
- �� Analyze effect of rotating the area vector through 180°.
Final Logic:
- �� Reversed area vector gives reversed flux.
- 180° Rotation → Flux Sign Reverses
10 A uniform magnetic field of 0.10 T is set up across a loop of area 100 cm² at an angle where cos(θ) = 1. The field is decreased to zero in 0.5 s. The magnitude of the induced emf is:
�� Use Faraday's law. �� Calculate flux change. �� Divide by time.
- Given: B = 0.10 T A = 100 cm² = 1.0 × 10⁻² m² cosθ = 1 Δt = 0.5 s → Initial flux: Φ₁ = BA = (0.10)(1.0 × 10⁻²) = 1.0 × 10⁻³ Wb → Final flux: Φ₂ = 0 → Change in flux: ΔΦ = 1.0 × 10⁻³ Wb → Induced emf: ε = ΔΦ/Δt = (1.0 × 10⁻³)/(0.5) = 2.0 × 10⁻³ V → Therefore Option A is correct.
- �� Option B → Ten times smaller than actual value.
- �� Option C → Uses incorrect division.
- �� Option D → Half of the correct value.
Used
- �� Substitution
Application:
- �� Substitute values into Φ = BA and ε = ΔΦ/Δt.
Final Logic:
- �� ε = 2.0 × 10⁻³ V.
- Flux Change ÷ Time = EMF
11 The negative sign in Faraday's law equation ε = -dΦB/dt
Statements
1. Indicates that flux always decreases with time.
2. Represents Lenz's law and the opposition to flux change.
3. Implies that induced current is always counter-clockwise.
4. Means that the magnetic field must be negative.
�� Negative sign represents opposition. �� It expresses Lenz's law. �� Ensures energy conservation.
- The negative sign in Faraday's law indicates that the induced emf produces a current whose magnetic effect opposes the change in magnetic flux responsible for its production. → This is Lenz's law. → The sign does not indicate that flux must decrease, nor does it specify current direction. → Therefore Statement 2 is correct.
- �� Option A. (1) → Flux may increase or decrease.
- �� Option C. (3) → Direction depends on the situation.
- �� Option D. (4) → Magnetic field need not be negative.
Used
- �� Conceptual Recall
Application:
- �� Recall the physical meaning of the negative sign.
Final Logic:
- �� Negative sign = opposition to flux change.
- Minus Sign = Oppose Change
12 Induced current direction to oppose increasing flux; induced current direction to oppose decreasing flux:
�� Oppose the change, not the flux. �� Increasing flux is opposed. �� Decreasing flux is supported.
- If magnetic flux is increasing, induced current produces magnetic flux opposite to the increase. → If magnetic flux is decreasing, induced current produces magnetic flux in the same direction as the original field to oppose the decrease. → Thus: Increasing flux → opposing flux. Decreasing flux → supporting flux. → Therefore, Option A is correct.
- �� Option B → Reverses Lenz's law.
- �� Option C → Incorrect for decreasing flux.
- �� Option D → Incorrect for increasing flux.
Used
- �� Conceptual Recall
Application:
- �� Apply Lenz's law separately to increasing and decreasing flux.
Final Logic:
- �� Induced current opposes the change in flux.
- Increase? Oppose. Decrease? Support.
13 Match List I with List II for a Bar Magnet Approaching a Coil
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| (1) N-pole approaches coil | (a) Coil face becomes N-pole |
| (2) S-pole approaches coil | (b) Coil face becomes S-pole |
| (3) N-pole recedes from coil | (c) Opposes recession by becoming S-pole |
| (4) S-pole recedes from coil | (d) Opposes recession by becoming N-pole |
Approaching poles are repelled. Receding poles are attracted. The induced current creates a magnetic field that opposes the motion. This is the essence of Lenz's law.
- (1) N-pole approaches coil The coil opposes the approach by becoming a N-pole on the near face, causing repulsion. → 1 → a → (2) S-pole approaches coil The coil opposes the approach by becoming a S-pole on the near face, causing repulsion. → 2 → b → (3) N-pole recedes from coil The coil opposes the recession by attracting the N-pole. Therefore, the near face becomes a S-pole. → 3 → c → (4) S-pole recedes from coil The coil opposes the recession by attracting the S-pole. Therefore, the near face becomes a N-pole. → 4 → d Therefore: 1 → a 2 → b 3 → c 4 → d Hence, Option A is correct.
- Option B: Incorrectly assigns the coil polarity for the recession cases.
- Option C: Reverses the induced polarity for approaching poles.
- Option D: Incorrectly matches the S-pole approach and N-pole recession cases.
Used
- Option Grouping
Application:
- Apply Lenz's law to determine whether the coil must repel or attract the magnet.
Final Logic:
- Approach → Repel
- Recede → Attract
- Induced polarity always opposes the change in magnetic flux.
"Approach = Repel, Recede = Attract"
14 Magnetic polarity of coils statements
Statements
1. A counter-clockwise induced current creates a North polarity.
2. A clockwise induced current creates a South polarity.
3. An open circuit loop develops magnetic polarity and current.
4. The polarity acts to accelerate an approaching magnet.
�� Right-hand rule determines polarity. �� Closed circuit needed for current. �� Induced polarity opposes motion.
- Viewed from a face of the coil: Counter-clockwise current → North pole. Clockwise current → South pole. → Therefore Statements 1 and 2 are correct. → Statement 3 is incorrect because an open circuit does not allow sustained induced current. → Statement 4 is incorrect because induced polarity opposes motion.
- �� Option B → Includes false Statements 3 and 4.
- �� Option C → Includes false Statement 3.
- �� Option D → Includes false Statement 3.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Apply right-hand grip rule and Lenz's law.
Final Logic:
- �� Induced polarity opposes flux change.
- CCW = North, CW = South
15 Incorrect statement about perpetual motion in the context of induction
�� Lenz's law prevents perpetual motion. �� Energy conservation is preserved. �� Continuous free acceleration is impossible.
- Lenz's law opposes the change causing induction. → This opposition prevents energy from being created without external work. → Therefore Lenz's law actually prevents perpetual-motion machines. → Hence Option D is the incorrect statement.
- �� Option A → Correct statement.
- �� Option B → Correct consequence.
- �� Option C → Correct hypothetical outcome if Lenz's law were absent.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Identify which statement contradicts conservation of energy.
Final Logic:
- �� Lenz's law prevents perpetual motion.
- Lenz Stops Free Energy
16 Correct statements about work done against forces
Statements
1. The repulsive force due to induced current necessitates work to move the magnet.
2. This work is entirely stored as potential energy in the magnet.
3. The work done by a person is dissipated as Joule heating.
4. No work is required if an open circuit is used in place of a closed loop.
�� Induced forces oppose motion. �� External work is required. �� Energy becomes heat.
- The induced magnetic force opposes motion, requiring external work. → The mechanical work supplied is converted into electrical energy and finally dissipated as Joule heat. → Statement 2 is incorrect because the energy is not stored entirely as potential energy. → Statement 4 is incorrect because "no work is required" is not generally true.
- �� Option B → Both statements are incorrect.
- �� Option C → Includes incorrect Statement 4.
- �� Option D → Includes incorrect Statement 2.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Apply energy conservation in electromagnetic induction.
Final Logic:
- �� Mechanical work ultimately appears as electrical energy and heat.
- Work Against Force = Heat Produced
17 If the energy spent by a person moving a magnet towards a coil is E, and the energy dissipated by Joule heating due to the induced current is H, conservation of energy dictates that
�� Energy is conserved. �� Mechanical energy becomes heat. �� Input equals output.
- The work done by the person moving the magnet is converted into electrical energy. → In a resistive circuit, this electrical energy is dissipated as Joule heat. → Therefore: E = H → Option B is correct.
- �� Option A → Violates energy conservation.
- �� Option C → Dimensionally incorrect.
- �� Option D → No basis in conservation law.
Used
- �� Energy Conservation
Application:
- �� Equate mechanical energy input to thermal energy output.
Final Logic:
- �� Input energy = dissipated energy.
- Work In = Heat Out
18 In the context of energy transformation during electromagnetic induction, the mechanical work done in moving a magnet towards a coil...
�� Mechanical energy is transformed. �� Induced current carries energy. �� Heat is produced in resistance.
- Work done against induced magnetic forces generates electrical energy. → The induced current flowing through the resistance dissipates this energy as Joule heat. → Thus mechanical energy is converted into thermal energy.
- �� Option A → Magnetic field is not destroyed.
- �� Option C → Energy conservation is obeyed.
- �� Option D → Static electric field is not the mechanism.
Used
- �� Conceptual Recall
Application:
- �� Trace energy conversion pathway.
Final Logic:
- �� Mechanical → Electrical → Thermal.
- Motion Makes Heat
19 If a loop moves into a magnetic field, and the work done against the opposing force generates 5.0 J of Joule heating over 2.5 s, what is the average mechanical power expended?
�� Power = Work ÷ Time. �� Joule heat equals work done. �� Direct calculation.
- Given: Work = 5.0 J Time = 2.5 s → Average power: P = W/t = 5.0/2.5 = 2.0 W → Therefore, Option A is correct.
- �� Option B → Incorrect calculation.
- �� Option C → Assumes power equals work.
- �� Option D → Incorrect division.
Used
- �� Substitution
Application:
- �� Substitute values into power formula.
Final Logic:
- �� P = 2.0 W.
- Power = Energy ÷ Time
20 When a planar loop of irregular shape is pulled completely out of a uniform magnetic field
Statements
1. The induced current is zero once the loop is entirely outside the field region.
2. The induced emf remains constant throughout the exit process.
3. The induced current flows to further decrease the magnetic flux.
4. No emf is induced at any point during its motion.
�� Flux changes during exit. �� EMF exists while flux changes. �� No flux means no emf.
- While the loop is leaving the magnetic field, magnetic flux decreases and induced emf is produced. → Once the loop is completely outside the field, magnetic flux becomes constant (zero). → Therefore induced emf and current become zero. → Hence Statement 1 is correct.
- �� Option B. (2) → EMF is generally not constant.
- �� Option C. (3) → Induced current opposes the decrease in flux.
- �� Option D. (4) → EMF is induced during motion through the boundary.
Used
- �� Elimination
Application:
- �� Track flux changes during and after motion.
Final Logic:
- �� No flux change ⇒ No induced current.
- Outside Field = Zero Current
