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In the figure above, the magnetic field at the center (point C ) is measured to

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Question

In the figure above, the magnetic field at the center (point C) is measured to have a strength of approximately 0.50 [mT].  

A second loop having one-half the radius of the first would generate what strength magnetic field at its center?   Assume it flows the same current as the first loop.

Note: Do not combine both loops, the smaller loop is run separately in another room.

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Bcenter #2 = 0.25 [mT]

Bcenter #2 = 0.125 [mT]

Bcenter #2 = 1.0 [mT]

Bcenter #2 = 0.50 [mT]

a

Bcenter #2 = 0.25 [mT]

b

Bcenter #2 = 0.125 [mT]

c

Bcenter #2 = 1.0 [mT]

d

Bcenter #2 = 0.50 [mT]

Explanation / Answer

Correct option is (c)

B =uoi/2r

B1 = 0.5 mT

B2 = uo*i/2(r/2) = 2*B1 = 2*0.5 mT

B2 = 1 mT