Magnetic moment of a rotating charge

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To calculate the magnetic moment of a rotating charge, the equation used is u = qwr^2/2, where q is the charge, w is the angular velocity, and r is the radius. The challenge arises in determining the radius of rotation, which depends on the axis of rotation. Clarification is needed on whether the rod rotates about its center or if the uncharged end is fixed. Additional information or a figure may be necessary to resolve this ambiguity. Understanding the rotation's axis is crucial for accurate calculations.
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Homework Statement


a charge 5 x 10-6 C is located at the end of a 0.30m insulating rod. the rod rotates at w = 100 rad/s. find the magnetic moment of the charge.


Homework Equations


hint: the charge travels around a circle in a time equal to the period of the motion.


The Attempt at a Solution


i know that i must use the equation = u = qwr2/2
 
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This looks pretty straightforward, given the equation:
ADewpersad said:
i know that i must use the equation = u = qwr2/2

Which quantity -- q, w, or r -- are you having trouble finding?
 
im battling to find the radius, please help.
 
Okay.

That will depend on where the axis of rotation is located. That is, does the stick simply rotate about it's own center? Or is the opposite, uncharged end fixed in place, and it rotates about that end?

The answer to this is not clear from what you posted. Is there a figure, or additional information, in the problem statement that would address this question?
 

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