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⚛️ Physics  ·  Electromagnetic Induction  ·  NEET & JEE

Self-inductance of a coil opposes any change in its:

Answer: current.

  • A current
  • B voltage
  • C resistance
  • D charge

Correct answer: A. current

Explanation: A changing current induces a back-EMF that opposes the change, the essence of self-inductance.

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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