STANDARDPhysics-Electromagnetic Induction

STANDARD Physics Mutual Inductance MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Two circular coils can be arranged in any of three situations as shown in the figure. Their mutual inductance will be

Question diagram
A

maximum in situation (i)

B

maximum in situation (ii)

C

maximum in situation (iii)

D

same in all situations.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The mutual inductance is maximum when the coils are aligned such that their planes are parallel and their axes coincide, which is situation (i).

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