Force on a Magnet in Lenz's Law

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The discussion revolves around the mechanics of the force experienced by a bar magnet as it exits a loop of wire, particularly in the context of Lenz's law and electromagnetic induction. Participants explore the relationship between induced current, magnetic flux, and the resulting forces acting on the magnet.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the mechanics behind the rightward force on the magnet, questioning how induced currents relate to changes in magnetic flux. Some explore the implications of energy density in magnetic fields and how it relates to the force experienced by the magnet.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with various interpretations of Lenz's law and its implications for the induced current and magnetic flux. Participants are examining the mathematical relationships between energy density, force, and volume, while some express uncertainty about the concepts being discussed.

Contextual Notes

There are ongoing debates about the nature of induced currents and their effects on magnetic flux, as well as the assumptions regarding energy changes in the system. Some participants note the complexity of the relationships and the need for clarity in definitions and calculations.

  • #31
No the product Emagn*ΔV gives you the amount of magnetic energy in the small volume
and not the difference in energy. Emagn is the amount of magnetic energy in one unit of volume.
 
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  • #32
Emagn has the unit [ J/m3 ]

ΔV has the unit [ m3 ]

Thus

E2 - E1 = Emagn * ΔV

has the unit [ J ]. Why do you continue this discussion ?
 
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