Inductance of the coil?

In summary, inductance of the coil is the ability to store energy in the form of a magnetic field and is measured in units of Henry. It can be calculated using the equation L = N^2 * μ * A / l and is affected by factors such as the number of turns, material, and dimensions of the coil. Inductance can impact electrical circuits by creating a back EMF, which can cause interruptions or fluctuations in the current. It can be changed or controlled by adjusting the number of turns, materials, dimensions, or using inductors or capacitors in a circuit.
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Inductance of the coil??

Homework Statement


A radio has a tuning circuit consisting of a variable capacitor and antenna coil. IF the circuit has a maximum current when C=300pF and f=40kHz, what's the inductance of the coil??


Homework Equations



f= 1/(2pi root (LC))



The Attempt at a Solution



L=[1/(2pi(40000))]^2 times 1/(300E-12)

But, I didn't get the answer :52.8x 10^3 was the answer;;
 
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The right answer is 52.8x10^(-3) H.

ehild
 
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The inductance of the coil can be calculated using the equation L=[1/(2pi(40000))]^2 times 1/(300E-12). This equation is derived from the resonance frequency formula for a series resonant circuit, where L is the inductance, C is the capacitance, and f is the resonance frequency. However, it is important to note that this equation assumes ideal conditions and may not be accurate in real-world scenarios. Other factors such as resistance and mutual inductance can affect the inductance of the coil. It would be beneficial to conduct further experiments or simulations to verify the calculated inductance.
 

1. What is inductance of the coil?

Inductance of the coil refers to the ability of a coil or wire to store energy in the form of a magnetic field. It is measured in units of Henry (H) and is dependent on the number of turns in the coil, the material it is made of, and the physical dimensions of the coil.

2. How is inductance calculated?

Inductance can be calculated using the equation L = N^2 * μ * A / l, where N is the number of turns, μ is the permeability of the material, A is the cross-sectional area of the coil, and l is the length of the coil.

3. What factors affect inductance?

The factors that affect inductance include the number of turns in the coil, the material it is made of, the cross-sectional area of the coil, and the length of the coil. Additionally, the presence of a core material or nearby conductors can also affect inductance.

4. How does inductance impact electrical circuits?

Inductance impacts electrical circuits by creating a back EMF (electromotive force) when the current flowing through the circuit changes. This back EMF can cause interruptions or fluctuations in the current, which can affect the performance of the circuit.

5. How can inductance be changed or controlled?

Inductance can be changed or controlled by varying the number of turns in the coil, using different materials with different permeability values, changing the dimensions of the coil, or adding or removing a core material. It can also be controlled by using inductors or capacitors in a circuit to balance out the effects of inductance.

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