Strength of magnetic field F = ILBsin(theta)

Thread starter zeion
Start date Jun 16, 2009
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Field Magnetic Magnetic field Strength

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The discussion focuses on calculating the strength of the magnetic force on a conductor using the equation F = ILBsin(theta). At 90 degrees, the sine value is 1, while at 30 degrees, it is 0.5, leading to the conclusion that the force at 90 degrees is indeed two times stronger than at 30 degrees. Despite the straightforward calculation, the contributor questions if there is a deeper aspect to the problem due to its 5-mark value. Ultimately, the calculation confirms the force's strength difference based on the angle.

Jun 16, 2009

zeion

Homework Statement

How many times stronger is the force acting on the conductor at 90 degrees than it is at 30 degrees?

Homework Equations

F = ILBsin(theta)

The Attempt at a Solution

I would think the answer is two times as strong because sin90 = 1 and sin30 = 0.5.
But the question is worth 5 marks so I think there must be something more to it..

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Jun 16, 2009

glueball8

it seems that's it.

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