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Magnetic flux: Φ = BA cos θ; unit: Weber (Wb); maximum when B is perpendicular to the surface (θ = 0°); dimensional formula [M ].
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Faraday's first law: A changing magnetic flux through a circuit induces an EMF.
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Faraday's second law: EMF = −dΦ/dt (for a single turn); EMF = −N(dΦ/dt) for N turns. The negative sign represents Lenz's law.
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Lenz's law: The induced current always opposes the change in flux that caused it. This is a consequence of conservation of energy. If the induced current aided the flux change, energy would be created without input.
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Motional EMF: ε = Bvl when the rod (length l), velocity v, and field B are mutually perpendicular. Polarity determined by F = qv × B (right-hand rule). The higher potential end is where positive charges accumulate.
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Rotating coil: EMF = NBAω sin(ωt); peak EMF ε_{0} = NBAω when coil plane is parallel to B (flux = 0, rate of change maximum).
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Self-inductance: ε = −L(dI/dt); L = μ_{0}Al for solenoid; unit: henry (H); dimensional formula [M ].
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Energy in inductor: U = ½ (stored in magnetic field); this is analogous to U = ½ in a capacitor.
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Mutual inductance: ε_{2} = −M(d/dt); M = μ_{0}n_{1}n_{2}Al for coaxial solenoids. M is symmetric: = .
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Eddy currents: Induced in bulk conductors by changing flux. Useful in induction furnaces, electromagnetic braking, speedometers. Minimized by lamination (thin insulated sheets break current paths).
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Back EMF: In an inductor, ε = −L(dI/dt) opposes changes in current — the electrical analogue of inertia. Zero for steady DC (dI/dt = 0).
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Induced charge: q = NΦ/R — depends only on total flux change, not the rate. Measured by ballistic galvanometer.
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Key dimensional formulas: [Φ] = [M ]; [EMF] = [M ]; [L] = [M ].
Part of MAG-02 — Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Current
Electromagnetic Induction: Core Laws, Formulas, and Concepts
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