Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]PhysicsPermanent Magnets
In an oscillation magnetometer, a combination of two bar magnets completes 10 oscillations per second when their like poles are tied together, and 2 oscillations per second when their unlike poles are tied together. Determine the ratio of the magnetic moments of the two magnets, neglecting any induced magnetism.
Options
- A13 : 12
- B25 : 1
- C3 : 2
- D5 : 1
Correct answer
A. 13 : 12
Step-by-step solution
The frequency of oscillation in an oscillation magnetometer is given by f = 1 2 MB I , which implies f M for a constant moment of inertia I and magnetic field B . When like poles are tied together, the effective magnetic moment is M₁ + M₂ . The frequency is f₁ = 10 . When unlike poles are tied together, the effective magnetic moment is M₁ - M₂ . The frequency is f₂ = 2 . Taking the ratio of the frequencies: f₁ f₂ = M₁ + M₂ M₁ - M₂ Substituting the given values: 10 2 = M₁ + M₂ M₁ - M₂ 5 = M₁ + M₂ M₁ - M₂ Squaring bo