Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]PhysicsPermanent Magnets
In an oscillation magnetometer, a bar magnet completes 40 oscillations per minute. A completely demagnetized identical magnet is then placed over the first magnet in the magnetometer. Determine the time required for this combination to complete 40 oscillations, neglecting any induced magnetism.
Options
- A2 minutes
- B2 minutes
- C4 minutes
- D1 2 minutes
Correct answer
B. 2 minutes
Step-by-step solution
The time period of oscillation of a bar magnet in a uniform magnetic field is given by T = 2 I MB , where I is the moment of inertia and M is the magnetic moment. Let the initial moment of inertia be I and the magnetic moment be M . The time taken for 40 oscillations is t₁ = 1 minute. When an identical demagnetized magnet is placed over the first one, the total moment of inertia becomes I' = I + I = 2I . The magnetic moment remains M' = M since the second magnet is demagnetized and induced magnetism is neglected. T