Magnetic Moment of 4-Sided Loop?

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Start date May 3, 2005
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The magnetic moment of a 4-sided loop is a property of the entire loop rather than individual sides. Each side contributes equally to the total magnetic moment, assuming they are identical, resulting in each side representing 1/4 of the total moment. The direction of the magnetic moment for each side is the same, maintaining uniformity in orientation. The symmetry of the loop plays a crucial role in determining these characteristics. Overall, the magnetic moment is a collective property influenced by the loop's geometry and current distribution.

May 3, 2005

jackdamack10

Let's say we have a 4-sided loop. Is the magnetic moment different for each side?

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The magnetic moment is a property of the loop as a whole (m=I*a). Technically, you could get the contribution from each side to the total moment, but since each side is the same (I'm assuming), this will just be 1/4 of the total.

May 3, 2005

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What about the direction?

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Same direction, 1/4 the magnitude. Think about the symmetry.

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