Force on loop of wire pulled through magnetic field

In summary, the loop of wire is pulled through a uniform magnetic field with constant velocity and the question is asking about the direction of the magnetic force on the loop. The correct answer is c, as the force is directed to the left as the loop enters the region and to the right as it leaves. The question arose because the teacher lost the key for the test and is reworking the problems. The loop cannot be treated as a particle and the forces would not cancel out. The current flows in the loop as it enters the region, and the magnetic field exerts a force on each side of the loop. The correct answer is not B.
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brianfast
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Homework Statement



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1.A loop of wire is pulled with constant velocity v to the right through a region of space where there is a uniform magnetic field B directed into the page, as shown above. The magnetic force on the loop is
a.Directed to the left both as it enters and as it leaves the region
b.Directed to the right both as it enters and as it leaves the region
c.Directed to the left as it enters the region and to the right as it leaves
d.Directed to the right as it enters the region and to the left as it leaves
e.Zero at all times


This is a multiple choice question that I cannot figure out... This is a question for a test... but the teacher lost the key and has to redo the problems and I am helping him with it... but we are unsure about this question.

I'm not sure I can treat the loop as a particle, and it seems that if the loop induced a current, the forces would cancel out/not go left or right...

Thanks
 
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  • #2
Think about this: which way does the current flow in the loop as it enters a region? What force does the magnetic field exert on each side of the loop?
 
  • #3
B? 4char
 
  • #4
No, not B.
 

What is the force on a loop of wire pulled through a magnetic field?

The force on a loop of wire pulled through a magnetic field is known as the Lorentz force. It is the combination of the magnetic force and the electric force on a charged particle.

How is the direction of the force determined in this situation?

The direction of the force on a loop of wire pulled through a magnetic field can be determined using the right-hand rule. The thumb points in the direction of the current, the index finger points in the direction of the magnetic field, and the middle finger points in the direction of the force.

How does the strength of the magnetic field affect the force on the loop of wire?

The strength of the magnetic field directly affects the force on the loop of wire. The stronger the magnetic field, the greater the force on the wire will be. This is because the magnetic field exerts a greater influence on the moving charges in the wire.

Does the size or shape of the loop of wire matter in this situation?

Yes, the size and shape of the loop of wire do matter in this situation. The longer the wire, the greater the force will be. The shape of the loop also plays a role, as a circular loop will experience a uniform force, while a non-circular loop will experience a varying force depending on its shape and orientation.

Is this phenomenon used in any real-world applications?

Yes, the force on a loop of wire pulled through a magnetic field is used in many real-world applications. Some examples include electric motors, generators, and particle accelerators. It is also the principle behind many measuring devices like galvanometers and magnetometers.

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