Magnetic Flux & Magnetic Density

In summary, magnetic flux is the quantity of magnetism, taking into account the strength and extent of a magnetic field. In part A, the magnetic flux is equal to 3 webber. In part B, the magnetic flux density in point C is either 2 tesla or 2 webber, depending on the unit of magnetic flux per unit area being measured. The unit of magnetic flux is weber, the unit of unit area is m2, and the unit of magnetic flux per unit area is weber/m2.
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Homework Statement


** What do we mean by saying:
A)) The magnetic flux = 3 webber
The quantity of magnetism, taking into account the strength and the extent of a magnetic field equal 3 webber ?? is that correct?


B)) The magnetic flus density in C point = 2 tesla
the amount of magnetic flux per unit area of a section, perpendicular to the direction of flux equal 2 tesla
OR
the amount of magnetic flux per unit area of a section, perpendicular to the direction of flux equal 2 webber



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is it a difficult question ?! :bugeye:
 
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What is the unit of magnetic flux? What is the unit of unit area? When you know these then what is the unit of magnetic flux per unit area?
 
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What is the unit of magnetic flux?
Weber
what is the unit of unit area?
m2
When you know these then what is the unit of magnetic flux per unit area?
Weber/m2
 
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Yep that is all correct. Now you also know that 1 Wb=1 T m^2. This follows from the definition of magnetic flux, magnetic field T times area m^2. Using this result what is the unit of the magnetic flux per unit area?
 

1. What is magnetic flux?

Magnetic flux is a measure of the amount of magnetic field passing through a given area. It is represented by the symbol Φ and is measured in units of weber (Wb).

2. How is magnetic flux calculated?

Magnetic flux is calculated by multiplying the strength of the magnetic field (B) by the area perpendicular to the field (A). Mathematically, it is represented as Φ = B x A.

3. What is the difference between magnetic flux and magnetic density?

Magnetic flux is a measure of the amount of magnetic field passing through a given area, while magnetic density is a measure of the strength of the magnetic field at a specific point in space. Magnetic density is represented by the symbol B and is measured in units of tesla (T).

4. How is magnetic density related to magnetic flux?

Magnetic density is directly proportional to magnetic flux. This means that as the magnetic field passing through an area increases, the magnetic density at that point will also increase.

5. What is the significance of magnetic flux and magnetic density?

Magnetic flux and magnetic density are important concepts in understanding the behavior of magnets and electromagnets. They are fundamental to many applications such as generators, motors, and magnetic storage devices.

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