B field inside solenoid as a result of iron rod

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The discussion centers on the effects of inserting a soft iron rod into a solenoid with a time-varying current. The presence of the ferromagnetic iron rod increases the magnetic field (B field) inside the solenoid due to its permanent magnetic dipole moment. Consequently, the magnetic flux (φB) increases, leading to a rise in the induced electromotive force (emf) in the surrounding coil of wire, which results in an increase in the induced current. This relationship is governed by Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction.

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Homework Statement


Consider a solenoid with a time varying current and with a coil of wire placed around it. Suppose there is a soft iron rod inside the solenoid. My question is: What happens to the (induced) current in the coil of wire as a result?

Homework Equations


Faraday, magnetic flux,

The Attempt at a Solution



Since iron is ferromagnetic, (it has associated with it a permanent magnetic dipole moment), it gives out a net B field. So the B field inside the solenoid is increased. Since $$\phi_B = BA,$$ the magnetic flux then increases and hence the induced emf in the wire by Faraday. This causes the induced current to increase also.

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