AIIMS2017Physics-Magnetism

AIIMS 2017 Physics Solenoids Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

In the following questions, a statement of assertion is given followed by a corresponding statement of reason. Assertion: The magnetic field at the end of very long current carrying solenoid is half of that at the center. Reason: The focal length of lens does not depends on color of light used.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and reason is correct explanation of assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true and reason is not correct explanation of assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If both assertion and reason are false.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The assertion is true because the magnetic field inside a long solenoid is uniform and maximum, while at the ends, it decreases, but it does not become exactly half; rather, it approaches zero outside the solenoid. The reason is also true but unrelated to the assertion, as the focal length of a lens indeed does not depend on the color of light, which does not explain the behavior of the magnetic field in the solenoid. Option A is incorrect because the reason does not explain the assertion, while options C and D are incorrect since both statements are true.

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