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A-Level Physics: Electromagnetism: Induced EMF & Lenz’s Law

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A-Level Physics — Electromagnetism: Induced EMF & Lenz’s Law: quick notes, common traps, and an exam-style example.

Induced EMF

Faraday’s Law: induced emf ∝ rate of change of flux linkage. Lenz’s Law: direction opposes change causing it.

Key equations

  • Φ = BAcosθ
  • emf = –dΦ/dt

Applications

Generators, transformers, induction cookers all rely on changing flux.

Exam habits

  • Always mention negative sign shows opposition (energy conservation).
  • Sketch flux linkage vs time graphs carefully.
  • Units: 1 weber = 1 T·m².

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