Magnitude of electric field in an area of changing magnetic field

In summary, the conversation discusses the magnitude of the electric field at a point inside a cylinder with a uniform, time-varying magnetic field. The options for the magnitude include: a) decreasing with r, b) increasing with r, c) not varying with r, and d) varying as r^-2. It is determined that the electric field is independent of r due to the uniformity of the field and the point being inside the cylinder. The relationship between the electric field and the magnetic field is also mentioned, with a line integral and a closed curve being involved. Ultimately, it is concluded that the magnitude of the electric field is constant along a concentric circle by symmetry, since the magnetic field is constant inside the cylinder.
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Homework Statement



A cylinder of radius R has a uniform, time varying mag. field B, (dB/dt < 0).
magnitude of electric field at a point P at a distance r (<R) is:

a) decreasing with r
b) increrasing with r
c) not varying with r
d) varying as r^-2

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The Attempt at a Solution



i think that electric field should be independent of r, as the field is uniform and doesn't vary with r, and the point is inside the cylinder.
 
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hey arnab electric field is E=-d(phi)/dt
and phi depend on the area , and area depends on the radius :D
 
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kushan said:
hey arnab electric field is E=-d(phi)/dt
and phi depend on the area , and area depends on the radius :D

i think that's the Emf and not the electric field. anyways, option d is wrong (anyways, ur explanation wasnt even giving option d)
 
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due Emf and Eds have a relation ?
 
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sorry that was a typo
 
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electric field is (potential) x (dist.) but in this case what's the distance? why does it have to be the distance from centre?
 
  • #7
refer NCERT man its all given there
 
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The line integral of E around a closed curve is equal to the negative time derivative of the integral of B for the enclosed area.

[tex]\int{E_s ds}=-\int \frac{\partial B}{\partial t}dA[/tex]The magnetic field is constant inside the cylinder, so the magnitude of the electric field is constant along a concentric circle by symmetry. Both E and B can be factored out from the integrals... ehild
 
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1. What is the relationship between the magnitude of electric field and changing magnetic field?

The magnitude of electric field is directly proportional to the rate of change of magnetic field. This means that as the magnetic field changes, the electric field in the area also changes.

2. How is the magnitude of electric field affected by the strength of the changing magnetic field?

The magnitude of electric field is directly proportional to the strength of the changing magnetic field. This means that a stronger magnetic field will result in a stronger electric field in the same area.

3. Can the magnitude of electric field be negative in an area of changing magnetic field?

Yes, the magnitude of electric field can be negative in an area of changing magnetic field. This occurs when the direction of the electric field is opposite to the direction of the changing magnetic field.

4. How does the distance from the source of the changing magnetic field affect the magnitude of electric field?

The magnitude of electric field decreases as the distance from the source of the changing magnetic field increases. This is because the strength of the magnetic field decreases with distance, resulting in a weaker electric field.

5. What is the unit of measurement for the magnitude of electric field in an area of changing magnetic field?

The unit of measurement for the magnitude of electric field is newtons per coulomb (N/C) in the SI system, or volts per meter (V/m) in the CGS system.

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