MDCAT Physics MCQ #831

A conductor is moving through a magnetic field. What is the effect of the conductor's velocity on the induced electromotive force?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #831

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A conductor is moving through a magnetic field. What is the effect of the conductor's velocity on the induced electromotive force?

    • A) The induced electromotive force increases with the velocity of the conductor.
    • B) The induced electromotive force remains constant with the velocity of the conductor.
    • C) The induced electromotive force decreases exponentially with the velocity of the conductor.
    • D) The induced electromotive force is independent of the velocity of the conductor.

    Answer: The induced electromotive force increases with the velocity of the conductor.

    Explanation: The induced electromotive force increases with the velocity of the conductor due to the changing magnetic flux, as the number of magnetic field lines cutting through the conductor increases.