Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 2]PhysicsElectromagnetic Induction
As shown in the figure, a rod AB travels with a uniform velocity v within a uniform magnetic field.
Options
- AThe end B develops a positive charge.
- BThe rod becomes hot due to Joule heating.
- CThe rod acquires an overall electrical charge.
- DThe end A develops a positive charge.
Correct answer
D. The end A develops a positive charge.
Step-by-step solution
The magnetic Lorentz force on a charge q moving with velocity v in a magnetic field B is given by F = q( v B ) . The velocity v is directed towards the right and the magnetic field B is directed into the plane of the paper. By the right-hand rule, the direction of the cross product ( v B ) is upwards, towards end A . Free electrons in the conducting rod have a negative charge ( q = -e ), so they experience a magnetic force in the opposite direction, i.e., downwards towards end B . As a result, electrons accumulate