Electromagnetism II Quizzes: Test Your Understanding

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a direct application of electromagnetism?

Accepted Answer

Nuclear fusion combining atomic nuclei to release enormous energy

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Electric motors converting electrical energy into mechanical energy

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) generating detailed images of the body's interior

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Electromagnetic brakes employing electromagnetism to generate braking force

Question 2

Gauss's law relates the electric flux through a closed surface to the enclosed charge. Which application of this law is valid?

Accepted Answer

Calculating the electric field of a uniformly charged sphere

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Calculating the force between two point charges

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Calculating the electric potential of a charged capacitor

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Calculating the magnetic field of a current-carrying wire

Question 3

Which of Maxwell's equations directly describes the creation of electric fields due to variations in magnetic fields?

Accepted Answer

∇×E = -(∂B/∂t)

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∇⋅E = ρ/ε0

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∇⋅B = 0

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∇×B = μ0(J + ε0(∂E/∂t))

Question 4

Which of the following equations is NOT a fundamental law describing the behavior of electric and magnetic fields?

Accepted Answer

Ohm's law

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Gauss's law for electric fields

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Ampère's circuital law with Maxwell's addition

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Faraday's law of induction

Question 5

An electron beam travels through a region with a uniform magnetic field perpendicular to the beam's path. What trajectory does the electron beam follow in the magnetic field?

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A circle perpendicular to the magnetic field lines.

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A straight line parallel to the magnetic field lines.

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A helix parallel to the magnetic field lines.

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A parabola perpendicular to the magnetic field lines.

Question 6

An electron with charge e orbits in a circle of radius r with angular speed w. What is the magnitude of the magnetic field it produces at the center of the circle?

Accepted Answer

( rac{mu_0 e w}{2pi r} )

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0

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( rac{mu_0 e w}{4pi r} )

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( rac{mu_0 e w}{pi r} )

Question 7

Which of Maxwell's equations describes how changing magnetic fields create electric fields?

Accepted Answer

Faraday's law of induction

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Gauss's law for electric fields

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Gauss's law for magnetic fields

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Ampère's circuital law with Maxwell's addition

Question 8

According to Ampère's Circuital Law, how does the magnetic field relate to the current flowing through a surface?

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Directly proportional

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Inversely proportional

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Independent

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Proportional to the square

Question 9

An electron moves through a uniform magnetic field perpendicular to its velocity. What is the electron's motion?

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Circular motion

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Straight line

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Increasing speed

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Reversed direction

Question 10

Gauss's law states that the electric flux through a closed surface is proportional to the enclosed charge. What does this mean?

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The total electric flux passing through a closed surface is directly proportional to the amount of charge enclosed within that surface.

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The electric field at any point is inversely proportional to the amount of charge enclosed within a closed surface.

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The permittivity of free space is a constant that affects the strength of electric fields.

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Gauss's law is only applicable to point charges.

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the distribution of the magnetic field strength around a current-carrying wire?

Accepted Answer

The magnetic field strength is strongest near the wire and decreases with increasing distance from it.

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The magnetic field strength is strongest at the center of the wire and decreases as you move away from it.

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The magnetic field strength is the same at all points around the wire.

Question 12

Which equation is not one of Maxwell's equations?

Accepted Answer

Lenz's law

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Gauss's law for magnetism

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Faraday's law of induction

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Ampère-Maxwell law

Question 13

Polarization occurs when molecular dipoles in a material align in response to an external electric field. Which diagram accurately depicts the polarization of a dielectric material?

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Diagram C: Dipoles parallel to the electric field

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Diagram A: Randomly arranged dipoles

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Diagram B: Dipoles perpendicular to the electric field

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Diagram D: Dipoles at a 45-degree angle to the electric field

Question 14

Which equation is NOT one of Maxwell's equations?

Accepted Answer

Ohm's law

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Gauss's law for magnetism

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Faraday's law of induction

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Ampere's circuital law with Maxwell's addition

Question 15

An electron is projected into a uniform magnetic field, perpendicular to the electron's velocity. What is the trajectory of the electron in the magnetic field?

Accepted Answer

A circular path, perpendicular to the magnetic field

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A straight line, parallel to the magnetic field

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A straight line, perpendicular to the magnetic field

Question 16

In electromagnetism, which physical quantity is measured in Henrys (H)?

Accepted Answer

Inductance

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Capacitance

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Voltage

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Magnetic Flux Density

Question 17

According to Biot–Savart's law, what is the direction of the magnetic field at a point perpendicular to a long, straight wire carrying a steady current?

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Concentric circles around the wire, with the direction given by the right-hand rule when the thumb points in the direction of the current

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Parallel to the current flow

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Antiparallel to the current flow

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Concentric circles around the wire, with the direction opposite to that given by the right-hand rule when the thumb points in the direction of the current

Question 18

Two identical capacitors are connected in parallel. How does the total capacitance of this system compare to the capacitance of a single capacitor?

Accepted Answer

Sum of the capacitances of the individual capacitors

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Equal to the capacitance of a single capacitor

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Average of the capacitances of the individual capacitors

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Less than the capacitance of a single capacitor

Question 19

Which physical law explains the relationship between electric currents and the magnetic fields they create?

Accepted Answer

Ampère's Law

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Ohm's Law

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Faraday's Law

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Coulomb's Law

Question 20

Coulomb's law describes the electrostatic force between stationary charges. How must Coulomb's law be modified to apply to moving charges, and why?

Accepted Answer

The force between moving charges is proportional to the relative velocity of the charges, and these modifications are necessary to account for the magnetic forces generated by moving charges.

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Coulomb's law is valid for moving charges without any modifications.

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The force between moving charges is always attractive, regardless of the charges' sign.

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The force between moving charges is independent of the distance between them.

Question 21

According to Lenz's law, when a magnet approaches a conducting loop, what direction will the induced current flow in the loop?

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Clockwise, opposing the magnet's motion

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Counterclockwise, attracting the magnet

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Perpendicular to the magnet's motion

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No current will flow

Question 22

An inductor's electromotive force (emf) is linked to the rate of current change over time. Which equation best describes this relationship?

Accepted Answer

emf = -L di/dt

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emf = L di/dt

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emf = -I dL/dt

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emf = I dL/dt

Question 23

How did Michael Faraday's research contribute to James Clerk Maxwell's development of electromagnetic theory?

Accepted Answer

Faraday's experiments on electromagnetic induction provided evidence for Maxwell's mathematical equations describing electromagnetic phenomena.

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Maxwell's theory was solely based on Faraday's work.

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Faraday and Maxwell had very different approaches to studying electromagnetism.

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Maxwell's theory contradicted Faraday's experimental findings.

Question 24

Explain Lenz's law, which describes how the direction of induced current in a conductor is determined when the magnetic flux through the conductor changes.

Accepted Answer

Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current opposes the change in magnetic flux.

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Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current enhances the change in magnetic flux.

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Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current is perpendicular to the change in magnetic flux.

Question 25

A capacitor of capacitance C is connected to a battery that supplies a voltage V. Which of the following expressions accurately represents the energy (U) stored in the capacitor?

Accepted Answer

U = 1/2 * C * V^2

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U = C * V

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U = 1/2 * C * V

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U = C / V^2

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a practical application of electromagnetic waves?

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Time travel

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Communication

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Remote sensing

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Medical imaging

Question 27

How did Michael Faraday's experiments contribute to our understanding of electromagnetism and pave the way for James Clerk Maxwell's equations?

Accepted Answer

Faraday's experiments demonstrated electromagnetic induction, showing that a changing magnetic field can create an electric current.

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Faraday's work focused on alternating current (AC) circuits, leading to advancements in AC systems.

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Faraday's experiments challenged Ampere's circuital law, reshaping our understanding of magnetic phenomena.

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Faraday's contributions were unrelated to Maxwell's work, as Maxwell developed his equations independently.

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a phenomenon related to electromagnetic induction?

Accepted Answer

Thermoelectric effect

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Transformer action

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Motional electromotive force (EMF)

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Mutual induction

Question 29

In an AC circuit, the relationship between the current (I) and voltage (V) is:

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I and V have the same frequency but different phases.

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I and V have the same frequency and phase.

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I and V have different frequencies and the same phase.

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I and V have different frequencies and different phases.

Question 30

Maxwell's equations describe the fundamental relationships between:

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Electric and magnetic fields, and their sources

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Charge and current

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Electric field and potential

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Magnetic field and induction

Question 31

The refractive index of a medium is defined as the ratio of:

Accepted Answer

Speed of light in the medium to speed of light in vacuum

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Speed of light in vacuum to speed of light in the medium

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Wavelength in vacuum to wavelength in the medium

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Wavelength in the medium to wavelength in vacuum

Question 32

The unit of magnetic flux density is:

Accepted Answer

Tesla

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Weber

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Gauss

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Ampere

Question 33

The electric field around a point charge is:

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Radial and inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the charge

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Tangential and inversely proportional to the distance from the charge

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Radial and directly proportional to the distance from the charge

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Tangential and directly proportional to the distance from the charge

Question 34

The Lorentz force acts on:

Accepted Answer

Moving charged particles in a magnetic field

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Stationary charged particles in a magnetic field

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Moving uncharged particles in a magnetic field

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Stationary uncharged particles in a magnetic field

Question 35

Electromagnetic duality simplifies the analysis of electromagnetic problems by:

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Allowing electric problems to be solved using magnetic field theory, and vice versa

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Reducing the number of equations needed to describe electromagnetic phenomena

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Providing a deeper insight into the nature of electromagnetic fields

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Having no practical significance in solving electromagnetic problems

Question 36

Ohm's law states that the voltage across a resistor is directly proportional to the current flowing through it. However, this law has limitations when applied to nonlinear resistors. Explain why.

Accepted Answer

Ohm's law does not apply to nonlinear resistors because their resistance changes with the applied voltage or current.

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Ohm's law applies to all resistors, regardless of their linearity, but only within a specific range of voltage and current.

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Nonlinear resistors are not considered resistors because they do not obey Ohm's law.

Question 37

Question:
A conducting sphere with a radius of R carries a charge Q. What is the electric field strength at a point located 2R away from the sphere's center?

Accepted Answer

Q/(4πε₀R²)

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0

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Q/(8πε₀R²)

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Q/(16πε₀R²)

Question 38

In an AC circuit containing an inductor, the current:

Accepted Answer

Lags the voltage by 90 degrees

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Leads the voltage by 90 degrees

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Is in phase with the voltage

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Is 180 degrees out of phase with the voltage

Question 39

Which of Maxwell's equations describes the relationship between the electric field and charge distribution in a region of space?

Accepted Answer

Gauss's law

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Faraday's law

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Ampère's law

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Gauss's law for magnetism

Question 40

The power factor of an AC circuit is defined as:

Accepted Answer

The ratio of real power to apparent power

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The ratio of apparent power to real power

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The ratio of inductive reactance to capacitive reactance

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The ratio of capacitive reactance to inductive reactance

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a phenomenon associated with electromagnetic induction?

Accepted Answer

Static electricity

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Electric current in a conductor

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Magnetic field produced by a current-carrying wire

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Electromagnetic waves

Question 42

Which of the following vectors represents the direction of the magnetic field?

Accepted Answer

Magnetic flux density (B)

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Electric field intensity (E)

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Electric displacement (D)

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Magnetization (M)

Question 43

How does the displacement current contribute to the completeness of Maxwell's equations? Explain its role in charge conservation.

Accepted Answer

Completes the continuity equation in time-varying electric fields, ensuring charge conservation.

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Measures magnetic field strength.

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Exists in vacuum.

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Generates electromagnetic waves.

Question 44

How have Maxwell's equations played a crucial role in the evolution of wireless communication systems?

Accepted Answer

Maxwell's equations have enabled the development of radio and microwave systems, facilitating wireless data transmission.

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Maxwell's equations have primarily influenced the advancement of fiber optic communication systems.

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Maxwell's equations have had a limited impact on the development of wireless communication systems.

Question 45

In a purely inductive AC circuit, what is the phase difference between the voltage and current?

Accepted Answer

90°

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0°

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45°

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180°

Question 46

Which of Maxwell's equations describes the relationship between the curl of the electric field and the changing magnetic field?

Accepted Answer

Ampère's circuital law with Maxwell's addition

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Gauss's law

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Gauss's law for magnetism

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Faraday's law

Question 47

What is the phenomenon observed when light changes direction as it passes from one medium to another called?

Accepted Answer

Refraction

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Reflection

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Diffraction

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Polarization

Question 48

Which of the following is a property of electromagnetic waves?

Accepted Answer

Their speed in a vacuum is constant

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They require a medium to propagate

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They are longitudinal waves

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They do not carry energy

Question 49

What is the SI unit of magnetic flux density?

Accepted Answer

Tesla (T)

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Weber (Wb)

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Ampere (A)

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Volt (V)

Question 50

Which of the following is not a type of electromagnetic radiation?

Accepted Answer

Sound waves

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Ultraviolet light

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Gamma rays

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Microwave radiation

Question 51

In an AC circuit consisting of a resistor, an inductor, and a capacitor connected in series, the current in the circuit is maximum at:

Accepted Answer

Resonance

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Zero current

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Phase shift of 90° from the voltage

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Minimum current

Question 52

A solenoid is a coil of wire that creates a magnetic field when an electric current flows through it. The magnetic field strength inside a solenoid is proportional to:

Accepted Answer

The number of turns and the current

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The current

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The length of the solenoid

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The number of turns

Question 53

The magnetic permeability of a material is a measure of its ability to:

Accepted Answer

Allow magnetic fields to pass through it

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Block magnetic fields

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Generate magnetic fields

Question 54

Which of the following is NOT a Maxwell's equation?

Accepted Answer

∇.B ≠ 0

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∇.D = ρ

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∇×E = -∂B⁄∂t

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∇×H = J + ∂D⁄∂t

Question 55

Which of the following is a characteristic of light as a wave?

Accepted Answer

Polarization

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Mass

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Spin

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Charge

Question 56

Which of the following devices utilizes the principle of electromagnetic induction?

Accepted Answer

Electric motors

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Transistors

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Diodes

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Solar cells

Question 57

What is the SI unit of magnetic flux?

Accepted Answer

Weber (Wb)

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Ampere (A)

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Tesla (T)

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Volt (V)

Question 58

Which of the following is an example of an electromagnetic wave?

Accepted Answer

Microwaves

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Ocean waves

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Gravitational waves

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Sound waves

Question 59

Which of the following is NOT integral to the description of electromagnetic phenomena?

Accepted Answer

Gauss's law for magnetism

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Gauss's law for electricity

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Ampère's circuital law with Maxwell's addition

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Faraday's law of induction

Question 60

The unit of magnetic flux density is:

Accepted Answer

Tesla

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Weber

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Henry

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Farad

Question 61

The emf induced in a coil is proportional to the:

Accepted Answer

Rate of change of magnetic flux linked with the coil

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Area of the coil

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Magnitude of the magnetic field

Question 62

A property of a good magnetic material is:

Accepted Answer

High permeability

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High thermal conductivity

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Low resistivity

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Low density

Question 63

In a capacitor, displacement current is:

Accepted Answer

A flow of electric field through the dielectric

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A flow of electric current through the dielectric

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A flow of magnetic field through the dielectric

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A flow of charge through the plates

Question 64

In a transformer, the ratio of primary to secondary turns is equal to:

Accepted Answer

Primary voltage to secondary voltage

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Primary current to secondary current

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Secondary power to primary power

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Primary resistance to secondary resistance