Physics · Electromagnetic induction: Faraday's law, induced emf and current, Lenz's law, eddy currents, self and mutual inductance

A metal ring kept (supported by a card board) on the top of a fixed solenoid car

A metal ring kept (supported by a card board) on the top of a fixed solenoid carry a current I as shown in figure. The centre of the ring coincides with the axis of the solenoid. If the current in the solenoid is switched off, then

  • A. magnetic flux linked with the metal ring increases.
  • B. current induced in the metal ring in clockwise direction
  • C. metal ring will not remain on the cardboard
  • D. both (a) and (b) are correct

Step-by-step solution

When the solenoid current is switched off, the magnetic flux through the ring decreases. Lenz's law induces a current in the ring to oppose the change. The induced current creates a magnetic field that repels the ring from the solenoid, causing it to lift off the cardboard.
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