Does it matter how many turns it makes for dingint he moment and torque?

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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving a circular coil with multiple turns and its relationship to magnetic dipole moment and torque in a magnetic field. Participants are exploring the implications of the number of turns in the coil and how it relates to the calculations of current and torque.

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  • The original poster attempts to understand the relevance of the number of turns in the coil and its effect on the area and current. Questions are raised about the application of formulas for magnetic dipole moment and torque.

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Some participants provide clarification regarding the meaning of the number of turns, indicating it refers to the layers of wire rather than the coil's rotation. The original poster expresses confusion but later indicates they have resolved their question.

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The problem context includes specific values for the coil's dimensions and the magnetic field, but there is uncertainty about how the number of turns influences the calculations. The discussion reflects a learning process regarding the application of relevant physics concepts.

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Hello everyone 'im confused...all these problems keep bringing up how many times a coil turns, and yet the formula/book doesn't apply the case if its turning or spinning. FOr example, this problem asks:
A circular coil of 200 turns has a radius of 2.10 cm.

(a) Calculate the current that results in a magnetic dipole moment of 2.30 Am2.
A
(b) Find the maximum torque that the coil, carrying this current, can experience in a uniform 40.0 mT magnetic field.
Nm

I know the equation:
M = AI;
Would i use the area of a circle because its a coil? and why does it tell me it turns 200 times, is it goign to effect the area or current or what?> Also to find the maximum torque, can i use the equation of:
T = IAB? where B is the magnetic field, and A is the area nad I is the current?
 
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it isn't turning 200 times, it means that the wire is wrapped around the core 200 times, or there is 200 layers of wire around the core.
 
How does that effect the area or current?
 
n/m i got it
 

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