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⚛️ Physics  ·  Electromagnetic Induction  ·  NEET & JEE

A conducting rod slides on two parallel rails in a region with a uniform magnetic field perpendicular to the plane of the rails, generating a motional EMF. If the rod's speed is doubled while the field and rod length remain unchanged, the induced EMF:

Answer: Doubles.

  • A Remains unchanged
  • B Becomes four times as large
  • C Doubles
  • D Becomes half as large

Correct answer: C. Doubles

Explanation: Motional EMF is given by ε = Bvl, which is directly proportional to velocity v, so doubling v doubles the EMF.

EMF is Induced Only While Flux is ChangingΦmagnet approachingmagnet stationary inside coilEMFEMF ≠ 0 (flux changing)EMF = 0 (flux constant)t

As a magnet approaches a coil, flux rises steadily and a constant non-zero EMF is induced (Faraday's law). Once the magnet stops moving, flux stays constant and the induced EMF drops to zero - EMF only exists while flux is actively changing.

Concept context

Faraday's and Lenz's laws, motional EMF, self/mutual inductance, eddy currents, and the AC generator - how a changing magnetic flux creates an electric current.

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