How does magnetic field induce current?

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The discussion centers on the principle that only a varying magnetic field induces an electric current, as articulated by Faraday's Law, which is derived from Maxwell's Equations. Participants emphasize that a static magnetic field does not induce current in a stationary conductor, while a changing magnetic field can create an electric field that drives electron movement. The conversation also touches on the interrelation of electric and magnetic fields, asserting that neither is more fundamental than the other, and both coexist due to special relativity. The betatron accelerator is cited as a practical example of these principles in action.

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A Dhingra said:
so the conclusion is nature can never be well explained...
Not if your idea of "well explained" requires that the most fundamental explanation always have another explanation, then another explanation, then another ...

This is what jtbell was alluding to way back in post #3. But realistically, that type of requirement is rather immature and non-scientific. It is like my 4 year old boy who has discovered that he can always ask "why" over and over and over and over ... Scientifically, a phenomenon is considered well explained if we have a theory which accurately predicts the result of all of the empirical observations made to date.

A Dhingra said:
anyways... can you suggest me some books about Quantum Electro Dynamics (QED)that i can read to get more idea of it...
I would start with Feynman's lecture series at the University of Auckland (Vega). It is a nice overview. Also see:
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=408608
 
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A Dhingra said:
so the conclusion is nature can never be well explained...

"Well" or satisfactorily, but not perfectly.
 
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DaleSpam said:
Not if your idea of "well explained" requires that the most fundamental explanation always have another explanation, then another explanation, then another ...

This is what jtbell was alluding to way back in post #3. But realistically, that type of requirement is rather immature and non-scientific. It is like my 4 year old boy who has discovered that he can always ask "why" over and over and over and over ... Scientifically, a phenomenon is considered well explained if we have a theory which accurately predicts the result of all of the empirical observations made to date.

I would start with Feynman's lecture series at the University of Auckland (Vega). It is a nice overview. Also see:
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=408608

Or even just read Feynman's book, "QED" ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/0691024170/?tag=pfamazon01-20 ), which was directed at laymen.
 
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thanks...
 

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