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2 CHAPTER 2 CBSE X PHYSICS MAGNETIC EFFECTS OF CURRENT Ans. We know that the force (F) acting on a conductor of length (L) carrying current (I) placed in a magnetic field (B) is given by F=B I L (i) If the current (I in the rod AB is increased, F also increases. (ii) When a stronger horse-shoe magnet is used, B increases. On account of this F also increases. (iii) If the length (L) of the rod is increased, F also increases. Q10. A positively-charged particle (proton) projected towards west is deflected towards north by a magnetic field. The direction of magnetic field is (a) towards south (b) towards east (c) downward (d) upward. Ans. The correct option is (d). The direction of motion of proton is the direction of the conventional current (I). The direction of force (F) on the proton is towards north (as the proton is deflected towards north). Applying Fleming’s left hand rule, the direction of magnetic field (B) is upward as shown by in fig below. Q11. State Fleming’s left-hand rule. Ans. Fleming’s left hand rule states that stretch out the fore finger, middle finger and the thumb perpendicular to each other. If the fore finger gives the direction of the magnetic field, the middle finger the direction of current then the thumb will give the direction of the force experienced by the current carrying conductor. Q12. What is the principle of an electric motor? Ans. An electric motor is based on the principle that a current carrying conductor placed in a uniform magnetic field experiences a force. Q13. What is the role of the split-ring in an electric motor? Ans. The split-ring commutator reverses the direction of the current through the coil after every half rotation of the coil. Thus, the direction of rotating couple remains unchanged and the coil continues to rotate in the same direction. Q12. Explain different ways to induce current in a coil. Ans. To induce current in a coil, the magnetic flux linked with it has to be changed. This is achieved by any one of the following; (i) Relative motion between the coil and a magnet. (ii) Relative motion between the coil and a conductor carrying current. (iii) Change in the current in a conductor placed near the coil. Q15. State the principle of an electric generator. Ans. Whenever in a closed circuit (i.e., a coil), the magnetic field lines change, an induced current is produced. Q16. Name some sources of direct current. Ans. A battery, a dc generator, a solar cell. Q17 Which sources produce alternating current? Ans. An ac generator, an oscillator (which converts dc into ac). Q18. Choose the correct option: A rectangular coil of copper wires is rotated in a magnetic field. The direction of the induced current changes once in each (a) two revolutions (b) one revolution (c) half revolution (d) one-fourth revolution. Ans. Option (c) is correct. Q19. Name two safety measures commonly used in electric circuits and appliances. Ans. (i) Fuse (for protecting circuits due to short- circuiting or overloading of the circuits). (ii) Earth wire (to ensure that any leakage of current to the metallic body of an electric appliance does not give a severe shock to the user). Q20. An electric oven of a 2 kW power rating is operated in a domestic circuit (220 V) that has a current rating of 5 A. What result do you expect? Explain. Ans. Here, P = 2 kW = 2000 W, V=220 V P2000 I9.09A V220 Since the current rating of the circuit is 5 A therefore the fuse will melt if the current exceeds this value. The current flowing through the electric oven is more than 5 A (9.09 A), therefore the fuse in the circuit melts. As a result, the circuit is broken and the electric oven is saved from getting damaged. Q21. What precaution should be taken to avoid the overloading of domestic electric circuits?

4 CHAPTER 2 CBSE X PHYSICS MAGNETIC EFFECTS OF CURRENT Q33 Name some devices in which electric motors are used. Am. Electric fans, water-pumps, coolers, refrigerators, mixers, blenders, washing machines etc. Q32. A coil of insulated copper wire is connected to a galvanometer. What would happen if a bar magnet is (i) pushed into the coil? (ii) withdrawn from inside the coil? (iii) held stationary inside the coil ? Ans. (i) The magnetic flux linked with the coil changes (i.e., increases). As a result of this, an induced current will flow in the coil and the galvanometer shows a deflection (say towards left). (ii) The magnetic flux linked with the coil changes (i.e., decreases). As a result of this, an induced current flows in the coil but in a direction opposite to that in case (i). Obviously, the galvanometer also shows a deflection in the opposite direction (i.e., towards right). (iii) When the magnet is held stationary in the coil, there will be a magnetic flux in the coil but it will remain constant. Since the magnetic flux does not change, there is no induced current in the coil and the galvanometer shows no deflection. Q35. Two circular coils A and B are placed close to each other. If the current in the coil A is changed, will some current be induced in the coil B? Give reason. Ans. By changing current in the coil A, a current will be induced in the coil B which is placed close to A. This is due to the reason that magnetic field lines linked with A also get linked with B due to its being close to A. When the current in A changes, magnetic field lines linked with A change. Obviously, magnetic field lines linked with B also change. This changes the flux linked with B. As a result of this, current is induced in the coil B. Q36. State the rule to determine the direction of a (i) magnetic field produced around a straight conductor carrying current. (ii) force experienced by a current-carrying straight conductor placed in a magnetic field which is perpendicular to it, and (iiil) current induced in a coil due to its rotation in a magnetic field. Ans. (i) Right-Hand Thumb Rule: “Grasp the conductor in the right hand with the thumb pointing in the direction of current, and then the direction in which the fingers curl gives the direction of the magnetic field.” (ii) Fleming’s Left-Hand Rule: Fleming’s left hand rule states that stretch out the fore finger, middle finger and the thumb perpendicular to each other. If the fore finger gives the direction of the magnetic field, the middle finger the direction of current then the thumb will give the direction of the force experienced by the current carrying conductor. (iii) Fleming’s Right-Hand Rule: Stretch the forefinger, the middle finger, and the thumb of your right hand mutually perpendicular to each other. Then, if the thumb represents the direction of motion of conductor, force) and fore-finger the direction of magnetic field then the middle finger gives the direction of induced current. Q.37. Explain the underlying principle and working of an electric generator by drawing a labelled diagram. What is the function of brushes? Ans. Refer text. Q38. When does an electric short-circuit occur? Ans. Electric short-circuit occurs when the live wire and the neutral wire come in direct contact. This occurs when (i) the insulation of wires is damaged or (ii) there is a fault in the electric appliance. Q39. What is the function of an earth wire? Why is it necessary to earth metallic appliances? Ans. It allows the excess current to pass into the earth. Suppose, a conductor is exposed to the appliance due to bad insulation. If a person touches such an appliance, he will receive a severe shock. If the metal casing of the appliance is connected to the earth with the help of a conductor, the metal casing will be then at the same potential as the earth i.e. zero volt. If there is a leakage of current, the current will safely flow to the earth. The earth connection can also save the appliance from the damage.