Is mass*acceleration =BIL (magnetic force *current *length )

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The equation mass times acceleration (ma) can be equated to the magnetic force (BIL) under specific conditions, as established in the discussion. The net force (F_net) is equal to mass times acceleration (ma), while the magnetic force on a wire perpendicular to the magnetic field is represented as BIL. Therefore, the relationship ma = BIL holds true when the net force equals the magnetic force acting on the wire. Understanding the context and definitions of these physical quantities is crucial for proper application.

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As we know force =mass*acceleration & force =BIL. Can we make this equation as ma=BIL?
 
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Depends on the situation.
 
officialmanojsh said:
As we know force =mass*acceleration & force =BIL. Can we make this equation as ma=BIL?
That should be ##F_{net}=ma## and ##F_{MagneticForceOnWirePerpendicularToField}=BIL## so when ##F_{net}=F_{MagneticForceOnWirePerpendicularToField}## then ##ma=BIL##.

When you use a variable in physics you need to know what physical quantity it represents, not just the letter.
 
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