Levitating a rod - magnetic field/forces

In summary, a magnetic field can levitate a rod by creating a repulsive force between the rod and the magnet, balancing out the force of gravity. To do this, you will need a magnet, a magnetic rod, and a power source to create the magnetic field. Only materials that are magnetic, like iron or nickel, can be levitated with a magnetic field. The height of the levitation can be controlled by adjusting the strength of the magnetic field. It is possible to levitate multiple rods using one magnetic field, but the stability and height may be affected and the strength of the field may need to be increased.
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Homework Statement



What magnetic field strength will levitate the 2.0 g wire in the figure?

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Homework Equations



F = ILB


The Attempt at a Solution



Solving for B, the formula becomes:

B = F/(IL)

F = 2*9.8 = 19.6
IL = (1.5)*(0.10) = 0.15
B= 19.6/0.015 = 130.666666666...

which comes out as incorrect

what am i doing wrong?

thanks!
 
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...anybody know?

lol i have to submit this in a few hours! :(
 
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convert the 2g to kg
 
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i was thinking of doing that...but i wasnt sure..but yea that is correct

THANKS!
 

1. How does a magnetic field levitate a rod?

The magnetic field exerts a force on the charged particles in the rod, causing them to align and create a repulsive force between the rod and the magnet. This repulsive force can balance out the force of gravity, resulting in levitation.

2. What materials are needed to levitate a rod using a magnetic field?

You will need a magnet, a rod made of a magnetic material, and a power source to create the magnetic field. The strength of the magnet and the material of the rod will determine the stability and height of the levitation.

3. Can any type of rod be levitated with a magnetic field?

No, only materials that are magnetic, such as iron, nickel, or cobalt, are able to be levitated using a magnetic field. Non-magnetic materials, like wood or plastic, will not respond to the magnetic force.

4. How can the height of the levitation be controlled?

The height of the levitation can be controlled by changing the strength of the magnetic field. This can be done by adjusting the distance between the magnet and the rod, or by changing the power source that creates the magnetic field.

5. Is it possible to levitate multiple rods using one magnetic field?

Yes, it is possible to levitate multiple rods using one magnetic field. However, the stability and height of the levitation may be affected by the number and arrangement of the rods. Additionally, the strength of the magnetic field may need to be increased to support the weight of multiple rods.

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