Class 12 Physics (Part 1) Chapter 9 Magnetic Field and Earth’s Magnetism

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetic Field and Dipole Moment

c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
[Solution Description]
The Assertion (A) correctly states the formula for calculating the Earth's magnetic field at its equatorial surface using the dipole approximation. This formula is valid because the Earth's magnetic field can be approximated as a dipole at distances comparable to the Earth's radius. However, the Reason (R) is incorrect because the Earth's magnetic field deviates from being purely dipolar at distances larger than about 30,000 km due to contributions from ionospheric currents and other factors. Therefore, the assertion is true, but the reason is false.

Key Concept: Apparent Angle of Dip

c) $39^\circ$
[Solution Description]
The apparent angle of dip $\theta'$ is calculated using the formula $\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan \theta}{\cos \alpha}$ where $\theta$ is the true angle of dip ($30^\circ$) and $\alpha$ is the angle from the magnetic meridian ($45^\circ$).
Step 1: Calculate $\tan 30^\circ = 0.577$
Step 2: Calculate $\cos 45^\circ = 0.707$
Step 3: Divide $\tan \theta$ by $\cos \alpha$: $\tan \theta' = \frac{0.577}{0.707} = 0.816$
Step 4: Find $\theta' = \tan^{-1}(0.816) \approx 39.2^\circ$

Key Concept: Variation of Declination

c) It varies both spatially and temporally
[Solution Description]
The angle of declination varies not only from place to place but also changes irregularly over time at the same location. This variation occurs due to the complex nature of Earth's magnetic field.

Key Concept: Magnetic Declination

c) Declination Angle
[Solution Description]
The angle between the geographic meridian (passing through the geographic poles) and the magnetic meridian (aligned with the Earth's magnetic field) is known as the angle of declination ($\alpha$). It measures the deviation between true north and magnetic north at a location.

Key Concept: Horizontal Component of Earth’s Magnetic Field

b) 25 $\mu T$
[Solution Description]
The horizontal component of the earth's magnetic field is given by:
$B_H = B_E \cos \theta$
Substituting $B_E = 50 \, \mu T$ and $\theta = 60^\circ$:
$B_H = 50 \times \cos 60^\circ = 50 \times 0.5 = 25 \, \mu T$
Thus, the horizontal component is 25 $\mu T$.

Key Concept: Angle of Dip, Horizontal Component

d) 60 $\mu$T
[Solution Description]
The total Earth's magnetic field $B_E$ can be found using the relation $B_H = B_E \cos \theta$, where $\theta$ is the angle of dip. Given $B_H = 30 \, \mu T$ and $\theta = 60^\circ$, we can solve for $B_E$:
$B_E = \frac{B_H}{\cos \theta} = \frac{30 \, \mu T}{\cos 60^\circ} = \frac{30}{0.5} = 60 \, \mu T$
So, the total Earth's magnetic field is 60 $\mu$T.

Key Concept: Bohr Magneton

b) \$9.27 \times 10^{-24} \, A \, m^2\$
[Solution Description]
The Bohr magneton is the minimum magnetic moment of an electron in the first Bohr orbit of a hydrogen atom. Its value is:
$9.27 \times 10^{-24} \, A \, m^2$
This is derived from the formula:
$m = \frac{e h}{4 \pi m_e}$
where \$h\$ is Planck's constant. Thus, the correct value is \$9.27 \times 10^{-24} \, A \, m^2\$.

Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment and Gyromagnetic Ratio

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the magnetic dipole moment (\$\vec{m}\$) of a revolving electron is directed opposite to its orbital angular momentum (\$\vec{J}\$), which is true as per the vector relationship: $\vec{m} = -\left( \frac{e}{2 m_e} \right) \vec{J}$. This negative sign indicates the opposite direction. The reason provides the correct expression for the gyromagnetic ratio, which is indeed $\frac{m}{J} = \frac{e}{2 m_e}$, as derived from the definitions of \$m\$ and \$J\$. Moreover, the reason explains why the assertion is true because the negative sign in the vector relationship arises directly from this ratio. Therefore, both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason correctly explains the assertion.

Key Concept: Gyromagnetic ratio, Energy calculation

c) $9.27 \times 10^{-23}$ J
[Solution Description]
The potential energy in a magnetic field is $U = -\vec{m}\cdot\vec{B}$. For parallel alignment ($\theta = 0^\circ$), $U_{\parallel} = -mB$. For antiparallel alignment ($\theta = 180^\circ$), $U_{\text{anti}} = mB$. The difference is $\Delta U = U_{\text{anti}} - U_{\parallel} = 2mB$. First calculate magnetic moment: $m = \frac{evr}{2}$. From angular momentum $J = m_evr = \hbar$ (for ground state), we get $vr = \frac{\hbar}{m_e}$. Thus $m = \frac{e\hbar}{2m_e} = \mu_B = 9.27 \times 10^{-24}$ A-m$^2$. Now $\Delta U = 2 \times 9.27 \times 10^{-24} \times 5 = 9.27 \times 10^{-23}$ J.

Key Concept: Electric and Magnetic Dipole, Oersted Experiment

b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is NOT the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states the formulas for potential energy of electric and magnetic dipoles in their respective fields, which are correct. The reason connects this similarity to Oersted's experiment, which showed the link between electricity and magnetism. Oersted's experiment did not directly derive these formulas but established the fundamental connection that later led to such analogous formulations. Thus, the reason does not correctly explain the assertion, even though both statements are true.

Key Concept: Magnetic Equator

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the angle of dip is $0^\circ$ at the magnetic equator, which is correct because the dip needle becomes horizontal there. The reason given is that the earth's magnetic field is horizontal at the magnetic equator, which is also true. Furthermore, the reason correctly explains why the angle of dip is $0^\circ$, as the horizontal field causes the dip needle to align horizontally.

Key Concept: Equilibrium Orientation

c) When the dipole is parallel or anti-parallel to the field
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ on a magnetic dipole is zero when $\sin \theta = 0$, which occurs at $\theta = 0^\circ$ or $180^\circ$. This means the dipole is either parallel or anti-parallel to the magnetic field for zero torque.

Key Concept: Relationship Between Components

b) 1 T
[Solution Description]
Given: $\theta = 30^\circ$, $B_H = \sqrt{3}$ T.
From the formula $B_V = B_E \sin \theta$ and $B_H = B_E \cos \theta$, we can find $B_E$ first.
$B_E = \frac{B_H}{\cos \theta} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{\cos 30^\circ} = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}} = 2 \, \text{T}.$
Now, calculate $B_V$:
$B_V = B_E \sin \theta = 2 \times \sin 30^\circ = 2 \times 0.5 = 1 \, \text{T}.$

Key Concept: Magnetic Equator

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
Assertion (A): This is true because at the magnetic equator, the angle of dip is 0°, meaning the magnetic needle aligns horizontally.
Reason (R): This is also true because the earth's magnetic field lines are indeed parallel to the surface at the magnetic equator, causing the needle to be horizontal. Moreover, Reason (R) correctly explains Assertion (A).

Key Concept: Maximum and Minimum Torque

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The torque acting on a magnetic dipole in a uniform magnetic field is given by $\tau = mB \sin \theta$. When $\theta = 90^\circ$, $\sin \theta = 1$, and thus the torque is maximum ($\tau_{\text{max}} = mB$). The reason correctly explains the assertion by providing the formula for torque, which shows that it is indeed maximized at $\theta = 90^\circ$.

Key Concept: Relationship between Axial and Equatorial Fields

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the axial magnetic field ($B_{axial}$) of a small magnet is twice the equatorial magnetic field ($B_{equatorial}$) for the same distance and magnetic moment. This is true because, from the given formulas, $B_{axial} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}$ and $B_{equatorial} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{m}{r^3}$. Dividing the two equations gives $\frac{B_{axial}}{B_{equatorial}} = 2$. Thus, $B_{axial} = 2 \cdot B_{equatorial}$, proving the assertion. The reason provides the correct formulas used to derive this relationship, making it the correct explanation of the assertion.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force

b) Two magnetic lines of force can intersect at a neutral point.
[Solution Description]
Magnetic lines of force are imaginary lines that represent the direction and strength of a magnetic field. They emerge from the north pole and enter the south pole, forming closed loops. The tangent at any point gives the direction of the field. However, two lines of force never intersect each other. The incorrect statement would violate these properties.

Key Concept: Angle of Dip, Earth's Magnetic Field

d) $40 \, \mu T$
[Solution Description]
Using $B_H = B_E \cos \theta$, where $\theta = 60^\circ$:
$B_E = \frac{B_H}{\cos \theta} = \frac{20}{\cos 60^\circ} = \frac{20}{0.5} = 40 \, \mu T.$

Key Concept: Magnetic moment, Multiple loops

c) 1 A·m$^2$
[Solution Description]
Solution steps:
Step 1: Area ($A$) = side$^2$ = $(0.1)^2$ = $0.01$ m$^2$
Step 2: Single loop moment = $IA$ = $2 \times 0.01$ = $0.02$ A·m$^2$
Step 3: Total moment ($m$) for N turns = $NIA$ = $50 \times 0.02$ = $1$ A·m$^2$
NOTE: Angle doesn't affect dipole moment calculation, only affects torque

Key Concept: Magnetic Declination and Dip, Apparent Angle of Dip

d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
[Solution Description]
Given the relation $\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan \theta}{\cos \alpha}$, where $\theta' = 45^\circ$ and $\alpha = 30^\circ$, we can substitute the values to find $\theta$.
Step 1: Compute $\cos 30^\circ = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
Step 2: Substitute into the equation: $\tan 45^\circ = \frac{\tan \theta}{\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}}$. Since $\tan 45^\circ = 1$, we get:
$1 = \frac{\tan \theta}{\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}} \implies \tan \theta = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$.
Step 3: Compute $\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\right)$. Numerically, $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \approx 0.866$, so $\theta \approx 40.9^\circ$.
However, the assertion claims that $\theta > 45^\circ$, which is false since $40.9^\circ < 45^\circ$. The reason correctly states the relationship between $\theta$ and $\theta'$ but does not justify the assertion as it leads to a contradiction. Thus, the assertion is false, but the reason is true.

Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment - Direction

d) Negative $z$-axis
[Solution Description]
Using the right-hand rule for the magnetic dipole moment, if we grasp the loop with fingers curling in the direction of the current (clockwise here), the thumb points in the direction of $\overrightarrow{m}$. For a clockwise current in the $xy$-plane, the thumb points along the negative $z$-axis.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force, Neutral Point

b) No magnetic lines of force pass through the neutral point.
[Solution Description]
A neutral point is a location where the magnetic field due to different sources cancels out, resulting in zero net magnetic field. According to the properties of magnetic lines of force, no lines pass through a neutral point because there is no magnetic field direction to define the tangent at that point.

Key Concept: Potential energy, Work done

c) 0.035 J
[Solution Description]
The work done ($W$) is the difference in potential energy ($U = -mB\cos\theta$) between the final and initial states.
Step 1: Calculate initial potential energy ($U_i$)
$U_i = -0.25 \times 0.08 \times \cos(30^\circ) = -0.01732 \, \text{J}$
Step 2: Calculate final potential energy ($U_f$)
$U_f = -0.25 \times 0.08 \times \cos(150^\circ) = +0.01732 \, \text{J}$
Step 3: Compute work done
$W = U_f - U_i = 0.01732 - (-0.01732) = 0.03464 \, \text{J}$
Step 4: Round to significant figures
$W \approx 0.035 \, \text{J}$

Key Concept: Geomagnetic Poles

b) Horizontal component ($B_H$)
[Solution Description] At the geomagnetic poles, the earth's magnetic field is vertical. Therefore, the horizontal component ($B_H$) of the magnetic field is zero.

Key Concept: Definition of Magnetic Equator

c) The circle where the magnetic needle is parallel to the Earth's surface
[Solution Description]
The magnetic equator is defined as the circle formed by the intersection of the plane perpendicular to the Earth's magnetic axis and passing through points where the magnetic needle is parallel to the Earth's surface. It divides the Earth into two magnetic hemispheres.

Key Concept: Properties of Magnetic Lines of Force

d) Two directions of the magnetic field exist at the intersection point, making it impossible
[Solution Description]
Two magnetic lines of force never intersect each other. If they did, there would be two directions of the magnetic field at the point of intersection, which is impossible because the magnetic field has a unique direction at any given point.

Key Concept: Magnetic equator, Dip needle

c) It remains horizontal with no vertical inclination.
[Solution Description]
On the magnetic equator, the Earth's magnetic field is entirely horizontal because the angle of dip ($\theta$) is $0^\circ$. Therefore, the dip needle aligns itself horizontally (parallel to the Earth's surface) without any vertical inclination.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force, Properties

b) The field is uniform in both magnitude and direction.
[Solution Description]
Parallel and equidistant magnetic lines of force indicate a uniform magnetic field. This is because the density of the lines (which represents the field strength) is constant everywhere. Additionally, the direction of the field is the same at all points since the lines are parallel.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force

c) Magnetic lines of force pass through a neutral point.
[Solution Description]
Among the properties of magnetic lines of force:
1) They emerge from the north pole and enter the south pole.
2) Two lines never intersect.
3) Near the poles, they are closer (stronger field).
4) Incorrect property: Magnetic lines of force pass through a neutral point (they do not).

Key Concept: Magnetic Moment of Solenoid

b) $m = (n \cdot 2l) I \cdot \pi a^2$
[Solution Description]
The magnetic moment of a solenoid is calculated using the formula:
$m = (n \cdot 2l) I \cdot \pi a^2$
where $n$ is the number of turns per unit length, $2l$ is the length of the solenoid, $I$ is the current, and $a$ is the radius of the solenoid.

Key Concept: Uniform Magnetic Field, Mathematical Representation

c) It decreases by a factor of 8
[Solution Description]
The axial magnetic field strength $B$ of a bar magnet at a distance $r$ is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}$
When the distance is doubled ($r' = 2r$), the new field strength $B'$ becomes:
$B' = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{(2r)^3} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{8r^3} = \frac{B}{8}$
Thus, the field strength decreases by a factor of 8.

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetic Field

d) Vertical downwards.
[Solution Description]
Earth behaves like a magnet with its south magnetic pole near the geographic north. Thus, the magnetic field lines emerge from the south magnetic pole (geographic north) and enter the north magnetic pole (geographic south). Near the poles, the field lines are vertical.

Key Concept: Magnetic Field on Equatorial Line

b) $9.85 \times 10^{-7} \, \text{T}$
[Solution Description]
The formula for the magnetic field on the equatorial line is:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{m}{(r^2 + l^2)^{3/2}}$
Given, $m = 10 \, \text{A m}^2$, $2l = 0.2 \, \text{m} \Rightarrow l = 0.1 \, \text{m}$, $r = 1 \, \text{m}$. Substituting the values:
$B = \frac{4\pi \times 10^{-7}}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{10}{(1^2 + 0.1^2)^{3/2}}$
Simplifying:
$B = 10^{-7} \cdot \frac{10}{(1 + 0.01)^{3/2}} = 10^{-7} \cdot \frac{10}{(1.01)^{1.5}}$
Calculating $(1.01)^{1.5} \approx 1.015$:
$B \approx 10^{-7} \cdot \frac{10}{1.015} \approx 9.85 \times 10^{-7} \, \text{T}$

Key Concept: Moment comparison, Solenoid parameters

b) Half
[Solution Description]
Let $n_A = 2n_B$ (twice the turns per unit length), and $a_A = \frac{a_B}{2}$ (half the radius).
Magnetic moment for Solenoid A:
$m_A = n_A I (\pi a_A^2) = 2n_B I \left(\pi \left(\frac{a_B}{2}\right)^2\right) = 2n_B I \left(\frac{\pi a_B^2}{4}\right) = \frac{n_B I \pi a_B^2}{2}.$
Magnetic moment for Solenoid B:
$m_B = n_B I (\pi a_B^2).$
Thus, the ratio is:
$\frac{m_A}{m_B} = \frac{\frac{n_B I \pi a_B^2}{2}}{n_B I \pi a_B^2} = \frac{1}{2}.$
Therefore, $m_A = \frac{m_B}{2}$.

Key Concept: Variation of Declination, Earth’s Magnetism

b) $0.3^\circ/\text{year}$ westward
[Solution Description]
The total change in declination is the difference between the final and initial values: $(-10^\circ) - (5^\circ) = -15^\circ$. The negative sign indicates a westward shift. The average annual rate of change is the total change divided by the number of years: $-15^\circ / 50\,\text{years} = -0.3^\circ/\text{year}$. The absolute value is $0.3^\circ/\text{year}$ westward.

Key Concept: Torque on a Magnetic Dipole

a) $2.8 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{Nm}$
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ acting on a magnetic dipole in a magnetic field is given by:
$\tau = m B \sin \theta$
Here, $m = 1.6 \times 10^{-2} \, \text{J T}^{-1}$, $B = 0.25 \, \text{T}$, and $\theta = 45^\circ$.
Substituting the values:
$\tau = (1.6 \times 10^{-2}) \times (0.25) \times \sin 45^\circ = 4 \times 10^{-3} \times 0.7071 \approx 2.828 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{Nm}$.

Key Concept: Earth's magnetic field, Magnitude and components

b) 1.0 G
[Solution Description]
Given:
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Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment Formula

b) \$m = \frac{e v r}{2}\$
[Solution Description]
The magnetic dipole moment of an electron revolving in a circular orbit is given by:
$m = I A$
where \$I\$ is the current due to the revolving electron and \$A\$ is the area of the orbit.
Current \$I\$ is calculated as:
$I = \frac{e v}{2 \pi r}$
Area \$A\$ of the orbit is:
$A = \pi r^2$
Substituting these values, we get:
$m = \left(\frac{e v}{2 \pi r}\right) \times \pi r^2 = \frac{e v r}{2}$
Hence, the correct formula is \$m = \frac{e v r}{2}\$.

Key Concept: Magnetic Meridian, Geographical Meridian

c) $15^\circ$
[Solution Description]
The angle of declination is the angle between the magnetic meridian (direction of the magnetic north pole) and the geographical meridian (direction of the geographical north pole).
Since the angle of declination is $15^\circ$ east, it means the magnetic north is $15^\circ$ east of the geographical north.
Therefore, if the compass needle points towards the geographical north, the angle between the compass needle and the Earth's magnetic north pole will be equal to the angle of declination, which is $15^\circ$.

Key Concept: Neutral Points, Earth's Magnetic Field

c) The resultant magnetic field is zero.
[Solution Description]
A neutral point is a location where the Earth's magnetic field is exactly canceled out by an external magnetic field (e.g., due to a bar magnet). At this point:
- The resultant magnetic field is zero.
- No magnetic lines of force pass through it.
- The compass needle does not align in any specific direction.
Thus, the correct statement is that the resultant magnetic field is zero at the neutral point.

Key Concept: Magnetic field calculation, broad-side-on position

a) $1.41 \times 10^{-6} \, \text{T}$
[Solution Description]
First, we need to use the formula for magnetic field in broad-side-on position: $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{(r^2 + l^2)^{3/2}}$. Given:
- $m = 4.8 \times 10^{-2} \, \text{J T}^{-1}$
- $2l = 2 \, \text{cm} \Rightarrow l = 1 \, \text{cm} = 0.01 \, \text{m}$
- $r = 15 \, \text{cm} = 0.15 \, \text{m}$
Now calculate denominator: $(r^2 + l^2)^{3/2} = (0.15^2 + 0.01^2)^{3/2} = (0.0225 + 0.0001)^{3/2} = (0.0226)^{3/2} = (0.0226)^{1} * \sqrt{0.0226} = 0.0226 * 0.1503 \approx 0.003398$
Now plug values into formula: $B = 10^{-7} * \frac{4.8 \times 10^{-2}}{0.003398} \approx 10^{-7} * 14.126 \approx 1.4126 \times 10^{-6} \, \text{T}$

Key Concept: Maximum torque

c) $90^\circ$
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ is maximum when $\sin \theta = 1$, which occurs at $\theta = 90^\circ$.

Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment

c) $0.3 \, \text{G}$
[Solution Description] The magnetic field on the equatorial line due to a dipole is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{r^3}$. Substituting $\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, \text{T m A}^{-1}$, $m = 8 \times 10^{22} \, \text{J T}^{-1}$, and $r = 6.4 \times 10^6 \, \text{m}$, we get $B = 0.3 \times 10^{-4} \, \text{T} = 0.3 \, \text{G}$.

Key Concept: Magnetic Moment Calculation

b) $0.6 \, \text{A m}^2$
[Solution Description]
The maximum torque occurs when $\theta = 90^\circ$ ($\sin 90^\circ = 1$). Using:
$\tau_{\text{max}} = m B$
Given $\tau_{\text{max}} = 0.09 \, \text{Nm}$ and $B = 0.15 \, \text{T}$, we get:
$m = \frac{\tau_{\text{max}}}{B} = \frac{0.09}{0.15} = 0.6 \, \text{A m}^2$

Key Concept: Magnetic axis, Earth's magnetic field

c) 0.47 G
[Solution Description]
To find the magnetic field at a point halfway between the magnetic pole and the magnetic equator, we must consider both the axial and equatorial components of the dipole field. The total field is given by the vector sum of these two components.
First, calculate the equatorial field using the formula:
$B_{eq} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{r^3}$
Substituting the given values ($m = 8 \times 10^{22}$ A m\textsuperscript{2}, $r = 6.4 \times 10^6$ m):
$B_{eq} = 10^{-7} \times \frac{8 \times 10^{22}}{(6.4 \times 10^6)^3} = 0.3 \times 10^{-4} \, \text{T} = 0.3 \, \text{G}$
Next, calculate the axial field at the same distance:
$B_{ax} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{2m}{r^3} = 2B_{eq} = 0.6 \, \text{G}$
At a point halfway, the angle $\theta$ between the position vector and the magnetic axis is 45°. The field components are:
$B_{\parallel} = B_{ax} \cos 45^\circ = 0.6 \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \approx 0.424 \, \text{G}$
$B_{\perp} = B_{eq} \sin 45^\circ = 0.3 \times \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}} \approx 0.212 \, \text{G}$
The resultant field is:
$B = \sqrt{B_{\parallel}^2 + B_{\perp}^2} = \sqrt{(0.424)^2 + (0.212)^2} \approx 0.474 \, \text{G}$

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force: Direction and Behavior

c) The compass needle aligns with the tangent to the line of force at each point.
[Solution Description]
When a compass needle is moved along a magnetic line of force, its direction changes continuously to align with the tangent to the line of force at any given point, representing the direction of the magnetic field at that location. The needle does not stay fixed in one direction or point away from the bar magnet, nor does it vibrate randomly. Instead, it aligns itself according to the local magnetic field direction.

Key Concept: Earth's Hypothetical Bar Magnet Analogy

b) Near the geographic south pole.
[Solution Description]
In the hypothetical bar-magnet analogy, Earth's magnetic north pole is taken towards the geographic south pole. This is because the north-seeking end (magnetic north) of a compass needle points towards the geographic north, indicating that the magnetic south pole of Earth lies near the geographic north pole. Therefore, the magnetic north pole must lie towards the geographic south pole.

Key Concept: Assertion-Reason

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field is given by $B_H = B_E \cos \theta$, where $\theta$ is the angle of dip. At the magnetic poles, the angle of dip is $90^\circ$ because the magnetic field lines are vertical. Substituting $\theta = 90^\circ$ into the equation, we get $B_H = B_E \cos 90^\circ = 0$. Thus, both Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason correctly explains the Assertion.

Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment, Torque

b) $3\sqrt{3}\pi \text{ N-m}$
[Solution Description]
Step 1: Calculate the magnetic dipole moment ($m$) of the loop using the formula:
$m = I A$, where $A$ is the area of the loop.
Area of the loop $A = \pi r^2 = \pi (2)^2 = 4\pi \text{ m}^2$.
So, $m = 5 \times 4\pi = 20\pi \text{ A-m}^2$.
Step 2: The torque $\tau$ is given by:
$\tau = m B \sin \theta$.
Substituting the values:
$\tau = 20\pi \times 0.3 \times \sin(60^\circ)$.
$\sin(60^\circ) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$, so:
$\tau = 20\pi \times 0.3 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = 3\sqrt{3}\pi \text{ N-m}$.

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetic Field, Dipole Model, Field Strength

b) 0.3 G
[Solution Description]
The magnetic field strength $B$ at the geomagnetic equator due to the Earth's dipole can be calculated using the formula:
$B = \frac{\mu_0 m}{4 \pi r^3}$
Substituting the given values ($\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, \text{N A}^{-2}$, $m = 8 \times 10^{22} \, \text{A m}^2$, and $r = 6.4 \times 10^6 \, \text{m}$):
$B = \frac{(4\pi \times 10^{-7}) \times (8 \times 10^{22})}{4 \pi (6.4 \times 10^6)^3}$
Simplifying:
$B = \frac{8 \times 10^{15}}{(6.4)^3 \times 10^{18}}$
Calculating $(6.4)^3 = 262.144$:
$B = \frac{8 \times 10^{15}}{262.144 \times 10^{18}}$
$B \approx 0.0305 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{T} = 30.5 \, \mu \text{T}$
The closest match among the options is approximately $0.3 \, \text{G}$ (since $1 \, \text{G} = 10^{-4} \, \text{T}$).

Key Concept: Quantized angular momentum, Bohr magneton

b) $n = 2$
[Solution Description]
The quantized magnetic moment is given by $m = \frac{n e h}{4 \pi m_e}$. The Bohr magneton ($\mu_B$) is this value at $n=1$.
Step-by-step:
1) Given condition: $m = 2\mu_B$
2) Substitute: $\frac{n e h}{4 \pi m_e} = 2 \times \frac{e h}{4 \pi m_e}$
3) Simplify: $n = 2$

Key Concept: Magnetic Field of a Magnetic Dipole, Torque on a Magnetic Dipole

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The torque experienced by a magnetic dipole in a uniform magnetic field $\vec{B}$ is given by $\vec{\tau} = \vec{m} \times \vec{B}$. The magnitude of this torque is $\tau = m B \sin\theta$, where $\theta$ is the angle between $\vec{m}$ and $\vec{B}$. The torque is maximum when $\sin\theta = 1$, i.e., when $\theta = 90^\circ$. Therefore, the Assertion is true. The Reason correctly states the formula for torque and explains that its magnitude depends on $\sin\theta$, which directly explains why the torque is maximum at $\theta = 90^\circ$. Thus, both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.

Key Concept: Combined Axial and Equatorial Fields

c) $2B_e$
[Solution Description]
Step 1: The equatorial field intensity is:
$$ B_e = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{m}{r^3} $$
Step 2: The axial field intensity for the same distance is:
$$ B_a = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3} $$
Step 3: Compare the two fields:
$$ B_a = 2 \cdot B_e $$
Hence, the axial field is twice the equatorial field.

Key Concept: Broad-Side-On Position Formula

b) $\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{r^3}$
[Solution Description]
The formula for the magnetic field at a broad-side-on position for a small magnet ($l << r$) is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{r^3}$

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetic Field Components

b) 0.25 G
[Solution Description]
The horizontal component of the Earth's magnetic field is given by:
$B_H = B_E \cos \theta$
Given $\theta = 60^\circ$ and $B_E = 0.5$ G,
$B_H = 0.5 \cos 60^\circ = 0.5 \times 0.5 = 0.25 \, \text{G}.$

Key Concept: Axial vs. Equatorial Field Ratio

c) $2:1$
[Solution Description]
The axial field due to a dipole is given by $E_{\text{axial}} = \frac{2p}{4\pi \epsilon_0 r^3}$ and the equatorial field is $E_{\text{eq}} = \frac{p}{4\pi \epsilon_0 r^3}$. The ratio $\frac{E_{\text{axial}}}{E_{\text{eq}}} = 2$.

Key Concept: Magnetic Field Lines

c) The field lines remain continuous in each half
[Solution Description]
The magnetic field lines of a solenoid are continuous, emerging from one face (north) and entering the other (south). When cut into two halves, each smaller solenoid retains its own north and south poles, with the magnetic field lines remaining continuous within each half. The field strength weakens but the pattern remains the same.

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetic Field

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion is true because a freely-suspended magnetic needle aligns itself along the Earth's magnetic field lines, pointing towards the magnetic north and south poles. The reason is also true: Earth acts like a giant bar magnet with its magnetic south pole near the geographic north pole and vice versa. The reason correctly explains why the magnetic needle aligns in the north-south direction, as it aligns with the Earth's internal magnetic field.

Key Concept: Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the horizontal component of the earth's magnetic field is $B_H = B_E \cos \theta$, which is correct as per the definition. The reason states that the angle of dip $\theta$ is the angle between the direction of the earth's magnetic field and the horizontal, which is also correct. Moreover, the reason correctly explains why the horizontal component is calculated using cosine of the angle of dip. Therefore, both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

Key Concept: Apparent Angle of Dip

b) $\sqrt{6}$
[Solution Description]
Given: $\alpha = 45^\circ$, $\theta = 60^\circ$.
Using the apparent angle of dip formula:
$\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan \theta}{\cos \alpha} = \frac{\tan 60^\circ}{\cos 45^\circ}.$
Substituting values:
$\tan 60^\circ = \sqrt{3}, \quad \cos 45^\circ = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}.$
Therefore,
$\tan \theta' = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{\frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}} = \sqrt{6}.$

Key Concept: Direction of magnetic moment, Angular momentum

c) $180^\circ$
[Solution Description]
From the relation $\vec{m} = -\left( \frac{e}{2m_e} \right) \vec{J}$, the negative sign indicates they are antiparallel. Therefore, the angle between them is $180^\circ$.
Step-by-step:
1) The equation shows $\vec{m}$ is proportional to $-\vec{J}$
2) This means they point in exactly opposite directions
3) Hence angle between them is $180^\circ$

Key Concept: Apparent angle of dip, true angle of dip

c) $63.43^\circ$
[Solution Description]
The relationship between true and apparent angle of dip is given by:
$\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan \theta}{\cos \alpha}$
Given $\theta = 45^\circ$, so $\tan 45^\circ = 1$
And $\alpha = 60^\circ$, so $\cos 60^\circ = 0.5$
Therefore:
$\tan \theta' = \frac{1}{0.5} = 2$
So $\theta' = \tan^{-1}(2) \approx 63.43^\circ$
We can verify that $\theta' > \theta$ as expected since $\cos \alpha < 1$

Key Concept: Apparent Angle of Dip

b) $\tan \theta' = \frac{2\tan \theta}{\sqrt{3}}$
[Solution Description]
The relationship between true angle of dip ($\theta$) and apparent angle of dip ($\theta'$) when the dip circle makes an angle $\alpha$ with the magnetic meridian is given by:
$\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan \theta}{\cos \alpha}$
For $\alpha = 30^\circ$, we get:
$\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan \theta}{\cos 30^\circ} = \frac{\tan \theta}{\sqrt{3}/2} = \frac{2\tan \theta}{\sqrt{3}}$

Key Concept: Torque, Magnetic Dipole

a) 0.32 J
[Solution Description]
The potential energy of a magnetic dipole in a magnetic field is given by $U = -mB\cos\theta$. Initial potential energy when $\theta = 60^\circ$: $U_i = -1.6 \times 0.4 \times \cos(60^\circ) = -0.32 \text{J}$. Final potential energy when $\theta = 0^\circ$: $U_f = -1.6 \times 0.4 \times \cos(0^\circ) = -0.64 \text{J}$. Work done = Change in potential energy = $U_f - U_i = -0.64 - (-0.32) = -0.32 \text{J}$. The magnitude of work required is 0.32 J.

Key Concept: Magnetic Field on Axial Line

b) $\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}$
[Solution Description]
For a small bar magnet ($l << r$), the magnetic field intensity on the axial line is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}$
Here, $\mu_0$ is the permeability of free space ($4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, \text{N A}^{-2}$). This formula applies when the distance $r$ is much larger than the length of the magnet ($2l$).

Key Concept: Vertical component calculation

a) 0.25 G
[Solution Description]
The vertical component $B_V$ can be calculated using the relation:
$\frac{B_V}{B_H} = \tan \theta$
So,
$B_V = B_H \tan \theta = 0.25 \times 1 = 0.25 \, \text{G}$

Key Concept: Potential Energy of a Magnetic Dipole

c) $+m B$
[Solution Description]
The potential energy ($U$) of a magnetic dipole in a magnetic field is given by:
$U = -m B \cos \theta$
For $\theta = 180^\circ$, $\cos 180^\circ = -1$. Therefore, the potential energy is:
$U = -m B (-1) = +m B$

Key Concept: Definition of Magnetic Declination

a) Angle between magnetic meridian and geographical meridian
[Solution Description]
The angle of declination ($\alpha$) is the acute angle between the magnetic meridian and the geographical meridian at a given location. It represents the deviation of the compass needle from the true geographic north.

Key Concept: Gyromagnetic Ratio

b) \$\frac{e}{2 m_e}\$
[Solution Description]
The gyromagnetic ratio is the ratio of the magnetic dipole moment (\$m\$) to the angular momentum (\$J\$) of the revolving electron. It is given by:
$\frac{m}{J} = \frac{e}{2 m_e}$
Here, \$e\$ is the charge of the electron and \$m_e\$ is its mass. This ratio is a constant independent of the orbital details.
Therefore, the correct answer is \$\frac{e}{2 m_e}\$.

Key Concept: Earth's magnetic field, Angle of dip, Horizontal component

b) $0.25 \, \text{G}$
[Solution Description]
The horizontal component ($B_H$) of the Earth's magnetic field ($B_E$) is given by:
$B_H = B_E \cos \theta$
Here, $B_E = 0.5 \, \text{G}$ and $\theta = 60^\circ$. Substituting the values:
$B_H = 0.5 \times \cos 60^\circ = 0.5 \times 0.5 = 0.25 \, \text{G}$

Key Concept: Angle of Dip

a) $0^\circ$
[Solution Description]
The angle of dip ($\theta$) is the angle between the axis of a freely suspended dip needle and the horizontal direction. At the magnetic equator, the earth's magnetic field is purely horizontal, meaning the needle aligns horizontally. Thus, the angle of dip at the equator is $0^\circ$.

Key Concept: Relation with Earth's Magnetic Field

a) 0.277 gauss
[Solution Description]
Given:
$B_H = 0.24 \, \text{gauss} = 0.24 \times 10^{-4} \, \text{T}$
$\theta = 30^\circ$
We know that:
$B_H = B_e \cos \theta$
Solving for $B_e$:
$B_e = \frac{B_H}{\cos \theta} = \frac{0.24 \times 10^{-4}}{\cos 30^\circ}$
$\cos 30^\circ = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \approx 0.866$
$B_e = \frac{0.24 \times 10^{-4}}{0.866} \approx 0.277 \times 10^{-4} \, \text{T} = 0.277 \, \text{gauss}$

Key Concept: True Angle of Dip

b) $45^\circ$
[Solution Description]
Given: $\theta_1 = 30^\circ$, $\theta_2 = 60^\circ$.
The relationship for two perpendicular planes is:
$\cot^2 \theta = \cot^2 \theta_1 + \cot^2 \theta_2.$
Calculate $\cot^2 \theta_1$ and $\cot^2 \theta_2$:
$\cot 30^\circ = \sqrt{3}, \quad \cot^2 30^\circ = (\sqrt{3})^2 = 3,$
$\cot 60^\circ = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}, \quad \cot^2 60^\circ = \left(\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}\right)^2 = \frac{1}{3}.$
Thus,
$\cot^2 \theta = 3 + \frac{1}{3} = \frac{10}{3}.$
Taking square root and inverse cotangent:
$\cot \theta = \sqrt{\frac{10}{3}}, \quad \theta = \cot^{-1}\left(\sqrt{\frac{10}{3}}\right).$
Simplifying further,
$\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\sqrt{\frac{3}{10}}\right),$ which evaluates to approximately $30.96^\circ$.
However, from standard trigonometric identities, this matches closest with the option $\theta = \tan^{-1}(1)$.

Key Concept: Field strength comparison, Solenoid analogy to bar magnet

a) Solenoid's field is 1/4th of bar magnet's field
[Solution Description]
First calculate solenoid's magnetic moment: m = n(2l)I$\pi$a$^2$
n = turns/unit length = 1000/0.2 = 5000 turns/m
l = 0.1 m, a = 0.02 m
m = (5000)(0.2)(5)$\pi$(0.02)$^2$ = 2$\pi$ × 10$^{-2}$ Am$^2$
Field due to solenoid:
B$_{sol}$ = $\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi}\frac{2m}{r^3}$ = $\frac{10^{-7}}{4\pi}\frac{2×2\pi×10^{-2}}{1^3}$ = 10$^{-9}$ T
Field due to bar magnet:
B$_{mag}$ = $\frac{\mu_0}{4\pi}\frac{2×8\pi×10^{-3}}{1^3}$ = 4×10$^{-9}$ T
Ratio: B$_{sol}$/B$_{mag}$ = 1/4

Key Concept: Horizontal Component of Earth's Magnetic Field

c) $0.36\,G$
[Solution Description]
The horizontal component of the Earth's magnetic field is given by $B_H = B_E \cos \theta$. Here, $B_E = 0.42\,G$ and $\theta = 30^\circ$.
Step 1: Calculate $\cos 30^\circ = 0.866$
Step 2: Multiply $B_E$ by $\cos \theta$: $B_H = 0.42 \times 0.866 = 0.364\,G$

Key Concept: Direction of Magnetic Lines of Force

b) Away from the north pole of the magnet
[Solution Description]
The magnetic lines of force emerge from the north pole and enter the south pole of the magnet. At any point, the compass needle aligns itself along the tangent to the magnetic line of force at that point. Hence, near the north pole of the magnet, the compass needle will point away from the north pole (toward the south pole of the magnet).

Key Concept: Magnetic field due to solenoid, Far axial field

a) 4.91 $\times$ 10$^{-5}$ T
[Solution Description]
The far axial magnetic field $B$ of a solenoid is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}.$
First, calculate the magnetic moment $m$:
$m = n I A = 1000 \times 5 \times \pi (0.05)^2 = 39.27 \, \text{A}\cdot\text{m}^2.$
Substitute $\mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} \, \text{T}\cdot\text{m}/\text{A}$, $m = 39.27 \, \text{A}\cdot\text{m}^2$, and $r = 0.2 \, \text{m}$ into the formula:
$B = 10^{-7} \times \frac{2 \times 39.27}{(0.2)^3} = 4.90875 \times 10^{-5} \, \text{T}.$

Key Concept: Definition of Magnetic Equator

b) The locus of points where the Earth's magnetic field is parallel to the surface
[Solution Description]
The magnetic equator is an imaginary line on the Earth's surface where the magnetic field is entirely horizontal, meaning the vertical component ($B_V$) of the Earth's magnetic field is zero and the angle of dip ($\theta$) is also zero.

Key Concept: Magnetic Equator - Magnetic Field Components

b) Vertical component ($B_V$)
[Solution Description]
The earth's magnetic field has two components: horizontal ($B_H$) and vertical ($B_V$). At the magnetic equator:
$B_H = B_E \cos \theta$
$B_V = B_E \sin \theta$
Given that $\theta = 0^\circ$ at the magnetic equator,
$B_V = B_E \sin 0^\circ = 0$
Thus, the vertical component ($B_V$) is zero.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force, Properties

b) Lines diverge away from each other
[Solution Description]
Since similar poles repel, the magnetic lines of force between the two north poles will diverge away from each other (repel). This behavior is consistent with the property that lines of force tend to repel when between like poles.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
From the properties of magnetic lines of force given in the syllabus, it is stated that two lines of force never intersect each other (Property (ii)). The reason provided explains this by stating that if they did intersect, there would be two directions of the magnetic field at the same point, which is impossible. Hence, both the Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason correctly explains the Assertion.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force - Properties

c) Two magnetic lines of force can never intersect
[Solution Description]
Magnetic lines of force never intersect each other because that would imply two directions of the magnetic field at one point, which is impossible.

Key Concept: Magnetic Field Intensity on Axial and Equatorial Lines

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states the correct relationship between the magnetic field intensities on the axial and equatorial lines for the same distance from the dipole center, given by $B_{\text{axial}} = 2B_{\text{equatorial}}$. This is true as the formulas $B_{\text{axial}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}$ and $B_{\text{equatorial}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{m}{r^3}$ show this exact ratio. The reason explains the physical basis for this difference, which is the alignment of the dipole moment vector and superposition of fields. Thus, both assertion and reason are true, and the reason correctly explains the assertion.

Key Concept: Magnetic Field at Axial Point

b) 7.5 $\times 10^{-8}$ T
[Solution Description]
The magnetic field at a far axial point due to the solenoid is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}.$
Here:
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Key Concept: Earth’s Magnetic Field Components

b) $2.5 \times 10^{-5}$ T
[Solution Description]
The vertical component of Earth's magnetic field is given by:
$B_V = B_E \sin \theta$
Substituting the given values:
$B_V = 5 \times 10^{-5} \times \sin 30^\circ = 5 \times 10^{-5} \times 0.5 = 2.5 \times 10^{-5} \text{ T}$

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetic Field Direction

a) Geographic North
[Solution Description]
The Earth behaves like a magnet with its south pole near the geographic north and its north pole near the geographic south. Hence, the north pole of a freely suspended magnetic needle points towards the geographic north.

Key Concept: Special Cases of Magnetic Declination

c) At the magnetic poles
[Solution Description]
The angle of declination is not defined at the Earth's magnetic poles because the magnetic field lines are vertical there, and thus, there is no meaningful horizontal component to define the magnetic meridian.

Key Concept: Assertion-Reason

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The Assertion states that the angle of dip is $90^\circ$ at the geomagnetic poles, which is correct because the magnetic needle aligns vertically there. The Reason explains that this happens because the horizontal component ($B_H$) vanishes at these poles due to the vertical alignment of the Earth's magnetic field, making the total field purely vertical. Thus, both the Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason correctly explains the Assertion.

Key Concept: Apparent Angle of Dip

c) $49^\circ$
[Solution Description]
The apparent angle of dip ($\theta'$) is given by $\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan \theta}{\cos \alpha}$, where $\alpha$ is the angle between the needle and the magnetic meridian. Here, $\theta = 45^\circ$ and $\alpha = 30^\circ$.
$\tan \theta' = \frac{\tan(45^\circ)}{\cos(30^\circ)} = \frac{1}{0.866} \approx 1.155.$
Therefore, $\theta' = \tan^{-1}(1.155) \approx 49.1^\circ$.

Key Concept: Horizontal Component, Vertical Component

d) $48 \mu T$
[Solution Description]
The horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field is related to the total magnetic field by the formula:
$B_H = B_E \cos \theta$
Given: $B_H = 24 \mu T$, $\theta = 60^\circ$.
Calculate $\cos 60^\circ = 0.5$.
Rearrange the formula to find $B_E$:
$B_E = \frac{B_H}{\cos \theta} = \frac{24 \mu T}{0.5} = 48 \mu T$
The magnitude of the Earth's total magnetic field is $48 \mu T$.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force Near Poles

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The Assertion states that the magnetic lines of force near Earth's poles are vertical, which is true because, at the poles, the magnetic field lines are perpendicular to the surface due to the absence of a horizontal component. The Reason correctly explains the Assertion because the horizontal component ($B_H$) of Earth's magnetic field vanishes at the poles, causing the field lines to become vertical. Thus, both the Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason correctly explains the Assertion.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force

b) They start from the north pole and end at the south pole externally
[Solution Description]
The magnetic lines of force emerge from the north pole and enter the south pole outside the magnet, forming closed loops. Inside the magnet, they go from the south pole to the north pole. Thus, the correct description is that they originate from the north pole and terminate at the south pole externally.

Key Concept: Angle of Declination

c) Angle of declination
[Solution Description]
The angle between the magnetic meridian and the geographical meridian is defined as the angle of declination. From the given information, this angle represents the acute angle formed between these two planes.

Key Concept: Geomagnetic poles, Magnetic axis

c) They are offset from the geographical poles by $11.5^\circ$.
[Solution Description]
The geomagnetic poles are the points where the Earth's magnetic field lines are perpendicular to the surface. Since the magnetic axis is inclined at $11.5^\circ$ to the rotational axis, the geomagnetic poles are not aligned with the geographical poles but are offset by approximately $11.5^\circ$.

Key Concept: Torque on a Magnetic Dipole

c) 0.866 \, \text{Nm}
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ on a magnetic dipole is given by $\tau = m B \sin\theta$, where $m$ is the magnetic moment, $B$ is the magnetic field strength, and $\theta$ is the angle between them. Substituting the given values:
$\tau = 2.5 \times 0.4 \times \sin(60^\circ)$
Since $\sin(60^\circ) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \approx 0.866$, we get:
$\tau = 2.5 \times 0.4 \times 0.866 = 0.866 \, \text{Nm}.$

Key Concept: Geomagnetic Poles

b) The magnetic south pole is located in the northern hemisphere
[Solution Description]
The Earth's magnetic south pole is located in the northern hemisphere near the geographic north pole, and the magnetic north pole is in the southern hemisphere near the geographic south pole. This is because opposite magnetic poles attract.

Key Concept: Magnetic Field Strength

d) Near the poles of the magnet.
[Solution Description]
The magnetic field strength is strongest near the poles of a bar magnet because the lines of force are denser there. This indicates a stronger magnetic field compared to regions farther away.

Key Concept: Angle of Dip and Field Components

c) $40\,\mu T$
[Solution Description]
The Earth's magnetic field can be resolved into horizontal ($B_H$) and vertical ($B_V$) components using the relations:
$B_H = B_E \cos \theta$
Given $B_H = 20\,\mu T$ and $\theta = 60^\circ$, we first find $B_E$ as:
$B_E = \frac{B_H}{\cos \theta} = \frac{20\,\mu T}{\cos 60^\circ} = \frac{20\,\mu T}{0.5} = 40\,\mu T$

Key Concept: Magnetic Moment Formula

b) \$m = \frac{e v r}{2}\$
[Solution Description]
The magnetic dipole moment of an electron is given by the product of the current (\$I\$) and the area (\$A\$) of the loop. The current is \$I = \frac{e v}{2 \pi r}\$ and the area is \$A = \pi r^2\$. Therefore, the magnetic moment is:
$m = I A = \left( \frac{e v}{2 \pi r} \right) \times \pi r^2 = \frac{e v r}{2}$

Key Concept: Torque on Current-Loop

c) $\tau = I A B \sin \theta$
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ acting on a current-loop with area $A$, current $I$, and angle $\theta$ between the axis of the loop and the magnetic field $\vec{B}$ is given by:
$\tau = I A B \sin \theta$

Key Concept: Magnetic Field of Solenoid

b) $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}$
[Solution Description]
The magnetic field at a far axial point due to a solenoid is given by:
$B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \cdot \frac{2m}{r^3}$
This formula shows the equivalence between the solenoid and a bar-magnet.

Key Concept: Current-Carrying Solenoid Polarity, Magnetic Field Equivalence

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the magnetic field on the axial line of a current-carrying solenoid is identical in magnitude and direction to that of a bar-magnet with the same magnetic moment. This is true, as the mathematical derivation for the far axial field of a solenoid shows it simplifies to $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{2m}{r^3}$, where $m$ is the magnetic moment. This matches the field produced by a bar-magnet.
The reason correctly explains the assertion by stating the inverse cube law dependence of the far axial field for both the solenoid and bar-magnet, and provides the correct formula. Thus, both assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

Key Concept: Geomagnetic Poles

c) In the northern hemisphere
[Solution Description]
The geomagnetic south pole of the earth is located in the northern hemisphere, as the earth behaves like a dipole with its south pole pointing towards the geographical north.

Key Concept: Polarity determination, End rule

a) North pole
[Solution Description]
Using the end rule: If the current appears to flow anticlockwise when viewed from one end, that end behaves as the north pole of an equivalent bar magnet. Since the current is counter-clockwise here, the observed end is the north pole.

Key Concept: Magnetic moment, Polarity determination

b) 1.257 A$\cdot$m$^2$, South pole
[Solution Description]
First, calculate the total number of turns $N$ for a unit length solenoid: $N = n \cdot l = 500 \, \text{turns/m} \times 1 \, \text{m} = 500 \, \text{turns}$.
Next, compute the cross-sectional area $A$: $A = \pi a^2 = \pi (0.02 \, \text{m})^2 = 0.0012566 \, \text{m}^2$.
Now, find the magnetic moment $m$:
$m = N I A = 500 \times 2 \times 0.0012566 = 1.2566 \, \text{A}\cdot\text{m}^2.$
Since the current appears clockwise when viewed from one end, that end is the south pole.

Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment, Torque on Current Loop

d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ on a current loop is given by $\tau = mB \sin\theta$. When the plane of the loop is parallel to the magnetic field ($\theta = 90^\circ$), $\sin\theta = 1$, and the torque is maximum. However, the Assertion incorrectly states that the plane of the loop being parallel to the field gives maximum torque; it should be perpendicular for maximum torque. The Reason correctly provides the formula but does not explain the incorrect Assertion.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force, Properties of Magnetic Lines of Force

d) No magnetic lines of force will pass through the neutral point.
[Solution Description]
A neutral point is a location where the net magnetic field is zero. According to the properties of magnetic lines of force, no lines of force will pass through a neutral point because the field strength is zero there. Therefore, the only correct statement is that no magnetic lines of force will pass through the neutral point.

Key Concept: Field Direction

d) Parallel to the magnetic axis, from N to S
[Solution Description]
The magnetic field $\overrightarrow{B}$ in the broad-side-on position is parallel to the magnetic axis and directed from the north pole (N) to the south pole (S).

Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment of Current Loop

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the torque on a current-carrying loop in a magnetic field is maximum when the plane of the loop is perpendicular to the field, which is true because the torque is given by $\tau = m B \sin \theta$. The torque is maximum when $\theta = 90^\circ$, i.e., when the plane of the loop is perpendicular to the field. The reason correctly explains the assertion by stating the formula for torque and the condition for its maximum value.

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force - Field Strength

b) Higher density means stronger magnetic field
[Solution Description]
The number of lines of force per unit area is directly proportional to the strength of the magnetic field. Thus, regions with more closely spaced lines indicate a stronger field.

Key Concept: Torque on Current Loop

b) $\tau = I A B \sin \theta$
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ acting on a current loop in a uniform magnetic field $\vec{B}$ is given by $\tau = I A B \sin \theta$, where $A$ is the area of the loop and $\theta$ is the angle between $\vec{B}$ and the axis of the loop.

Key Concept: Torque on Magnetic Dipole in Uniform Field

b) $1.25 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{N m}$
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ on a magnetic dipole in a uniform magnetic field is given by $\tau = m B \sin \theta$.
Step 1: Identify the given values:
$m = 5 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{A m}^2, \, B = 0.5 \, \text{T}, \, \theta = 30^\circ$
Step 2: Plug the values into the formula:
$\tau = 5 \times 10^{-3} \times 0.5 \times \sin 30^\circ$
$\tau = 5 \times 10^{-3} \times 0.5 \times 0.5 = 1.25 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{N m}$
Thus, the torque is $1.25 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{N m}$.

Key Concept: Comparison with End-On Position

b) $2B$
[Solution Description]
The magnetic field in the broad-side-on position is half in magnitude but opposite in direction compared to the end-on position. Therefore:
$\vec{B}_{\text{end-on}} = -2 \vec{B}_{\text{broad-side-on}}$
Given $B_{\text{broad-side-on}} = B$, then:
$B_{\text{end-on}} = 2B$
The negative sign indicates the opposite direction, but magnitude-wise, it is twice as large.

Key Concept: Magnetic Moment Calculation

b) 0.2 \, \text{A m}^2
[Solution Description]
The magnetic moment $m$ for a coil is calculated using $m = N I A$, where $N$ is the number of turns, $I$ is the current, and $A$ is the area of one turn. Substituting the given values:
$m = 200 \times 2 \times 5 \times 10^{-4}$
$m = 200 \times 2 \times 0.0005 = 0.2 \, \text{A m}^2.$

Key Concept: Earth’s Magnetic Field, Angle of Dip, Horizontal Component

b) $30^\circ$
[Solution Description]
Given the relationship between the horizontal component and the total magnetic field: $B_H = B_E \cos \theta$. Substituting the given value:
$\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} B_E = B_E \cos \theta$. Simplifying, we get $\cos \theta = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}$. Taking the inverse cosine of both sides gives $\theta = 30^\circ$, since $\cos^{-1}\left(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\right) = 30^\circ$.

Key Concept: Direction of Magnetic Dipole Moment

c) Curled-straight right-hand rule
[Solution Description]
The direction of the magnetic dipole moment $\vec{m}$ of a current loop is determined by the curled-straight right-hand rule: If you curl the fingers of your right hand in the direction of the current, your thumb points in the direction of $\vec{m}$.

Key Concept: Magnetic Dipole Moment, Torque

b) $30\sqrt{3}\,Nm$
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ acting on a current-carrying loop in a magnetic field is given by:
$\tau = IAB \sin \theta$
Here, the area $A$ of the square loop is $2\,m \times 2\,m = 4\,m^2$.
Substituting the values:
$\tau = 3\,A \times 4\,m^2 \times 5\,T \times \sin 60^\circ$
$\tau = 60 \times \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} = 30\sqrt{3}\,Nm$

Key Concept: Broad-Side-On Position, Magnetic Field at Equatorial Point, Small Magnet Approximation

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
**Step 1:** Recall the formula for the magnetic field at the equatorial point for a small magnet ($l \ll r$):
$B_{\text{eq}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{r^3}.$
**Step 2:** Recall the formula for the magnetic field at the axial point for the same small magnet:
$B_{\text{axial}} = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{2m}{r^3}.$
**Step 3:** Comparing the two fields:
$B_{\text{eq}} = \frac{1}{2} B_{\text{axial}}.$
This confirms that the Assertion (A) is true.
**Step 4:** The Reason (R) states that the direction of the magnetic field at the equatorial point is opposite to $\vec{m}$, while at the axial point it is in the same direction. This is also correct and explains why the magnitudes are related by a factor of 2 (since the fields oppose each other in direction but are otherwise similar in magnitude due to symmetry).

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that magnetic lines of force never intersect each other, which is a known property of magnetic lines of force as per the syllabus. The reason explains that if they intersect, there would be two directions of the magnetic field at the point of intersection, which is impossible. This correctly explains why the assertion is true. Thus, both assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

Key Concept: Historical perspective, Oersted experiment

c) That a compass needle deflected when placed near a current-carrying wire
[Solution Description]
Oersted's experiment demonstrated that an electric current could deflect a nearby compass needle, showing for the first time that electric currents produce magnetic effects. This proved that electricity and magnetism were interconnected phenomena, not independent as previously thought.

Key Concept: Magnetic Declination

c) $15^\circ$ west of geographic north
[Solution Description]
The angle of declination is the angle between the geographic meridian and magnetic meridian. Here, the declination is $15^\circ$ west, meaning the magnetic north is $15^\circ$ west of geographic north. Since the compass needle aligns with the magnetic meridian, the earth's magnetic field at this location is directed $15^\circ$ west of geographic north.

Key Concept: Elements of the Earth’s Magnetic Field

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the angle of dip is $90^\circ$ at the Earth's magnetic poles, which is true because the angle of dip is defined as the angle between the axis of a freely suspended magnetic needle and the horizontal. At the magnetic poles, the Earth's magnetic field is vertical (perpendicular to the surface), causing the needle to align vertically, resulting in an angle of dip of $90^\circ$. The reason correctly explains why the assertion is true, as it provides the underlying cause for the observed phenomenon.

Key Concept: True Angle of Dip, Apparent Angle of Dip

b) 26.56°
[Solution Description]
Given:
Apparent angles of dip ($\theta_1$ and $\theta_2$) = 30° and 45°
The relationship between the true angle of dip ($\theta$) and the apparent angles is:
$\cot^2 \theta = \cot^2 \theta_1 + \cot^2 \theta_2$
Substituting the values:
$\cot^2 \theta = \cot^2 30^\circ + \cot^2 45^\circ$
Calculating:
$\cot 30^\circ = \sqrt{3}$
$\cot 45^\circ = 1$
Therefore:
$\cot^2 \theta = (\sqrt{3})^2 + (1)^2 = 3 + 1 = 4$
Taking square root:
$\cot \theta = 2$
Therefore:
$\theta = \arctan\left(\frac{1}{2}\right) \approx 26.56^\circ$
So, the true angle of dip is approximately 26.56°.

Key Concept: Magnetic Field and Earth's Magnetism

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
At the earth’s magnetic poles, the magnetic field lines are perpendicular to the surface, meaning they are entirely vertical. This results in the angle of dip being $90^\circ$. Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason correctly explains the assertion.

Key Concept: Magnetic Equator

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that at the magnetic equator, a freely suspended magnetic needle remains horizontal. This is true because the angle of dip ($\theta$) is zero here, meaning there is no vertical component of the magnetic field ($B_V = 0$), so the needle aligns horizontally with the horizontal component ($B_H$). The reason correctly explains this by stating that the vertical component of Earth's magnetic field is zero at the magnetic equator. Thus, both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetism

b) Movement of molten iron and nickel in Earth's outer core
[Solution Description]
Earth's magnetism is primarily caused by the movement of molten iron and nickel in its outer core, which generates electric currents and thus a magnetic field.

Key Concept: Broad-Side-On Position

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the magnetic field at a point on the equatorial line of a short bar magnet is given by $B = \frac{\mu_0}{4\pi} \frac{m}{r^3}$. This formula is correct for a short magnet when the length $l$ of the magnet is much smaller than the distance $r$ ($l << r$).
The reason provides the condition under which this simplification is valid: for a short magnet, the length is negligible compared to the distance from the center of the magnet to the point of observation. This directly explains why the simplified formula is used in the assertion. Hence, both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason correctly explains the assertion.

Key Concept: Stable Equilibrium

c) Parallel to the field
[Solution Description]
A magnetic dipole experiences zero torque when its magnetic moment $\overrightarrow{m}$ is either parallel ($\theta = 0^\circ$) or antiparallel ($\theta = 180^\circ$) to the magnetic field $\overrightarrow{B}$. However, stable equilibrium occurs only when $\overrightarrow{m}$ is parallel to $\overrightarrow{B}$.

Key Concept: Polarity of Solenoid

b) South pole
[Solution Description]
According to the end rule for solenoids:
- If the current appears to flow anticlockwise when viewed from one end, that end is the north pole.
- If the current appears to flow clockwise, that end is the south pole.

Key Concept: Angle of Dip

a) $0^\circ$
[Solution Description]
At the magnetic equator, the magnetic needle remains horizontal. Therefore, the angle of dip ($\theta$) is $0^\circ$.

Key Concept: Angle of Dip

d) $0^\circ$
[Solution Description]
The angle of dip ($\theta$) is the angle between the earth's magnetic field and the horizontal. At the equator, the earth's magnetic field is entirely horizontal (parallel to the surface), so the angle of dip is:
$\theta = 0^\circ$

Key Concept: Magnetic Lines of Force

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that magnetic lines of force never intersect each other. This is true because if they did intersect, there would be two tangents (and thus two directions of the magnetic field) at the point of intersection, which is impossible. The reason correctly explains why the assertion is true, as it provides the logical explanation based on the property of magnetic lines of force. Therefore, both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

Key Concept: Dip Angle, Geomagnetic Poles

c) $\sqrt{3}$
[Solution Description]
The dip angle $\delta$ relates the vertical ($B_V$) and horizontal ($B_H$) components as:
$\tan \delta = \frac{B_V}{B_H}$
For $\delta = 60^\circ$:
$\tan 60^\circ = \sqrt{3} = \frac{B_V}{B_H}$
Thus, $\frac{B_V}{B_H} = \sqrt{3}$.

Key Concept: Polarity of a Solenoid

b) South pole
[Solution Description]
Using the end rule, if the current flows clockwise when viewed from an end, that end acts as the **south pole** of the solenoid. Therefore, the polarity of the given end is south.

Key Concept: Relationship Between the Components

a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
[Solution Description]
The assertion states that the apparent angle of dip ($\theta'$) is greater than the true angle of dip ($\theta$) when the magnetic needle is not aligned with the magnetic meridian. This is correct because, as per the given syllabus, $tan\theta' = \frac{tan\theta}{\cos\alpha}$, where $\alpha$ is the angle between the plane and the magnetic meridian. Since $\cos\alpha tan\theta$ or $\theta' > \theta$.
The reason explains that the horizontal component ($B_H$) decreases when the needle is not aligned with the magnetic meridian, changing to $B_H \cos\alpha$. This is also correct as per the syllabus. Additionally, the reason correctly justifies why the apparent angle increases since $tan\theta' = \frac{B_V}{B_H \cos\alpha}$.
Thus, both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason correctly explains the Assertion.

Key Concept: Dipole in Magnetic Field, Torque, Potential Energy

b) $mB (\cos \theta_1 - \cos \theta_2)$
[Solution Description]
The potential energy of a dipole in a magnetic field is given by:
$U = - \vec{m} \cdot \vec{B} = -mB \cos \theta$
The work done by the external agent equals the change in potential energy:
$W = U(\theta_2) - U(\theta_1) = mB (\cos \theta_1 - \cos \theta_2)$

Key Concept: Earth's Magnetism

d) $\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{B_V}{B_H}\right)$
[Solution Description]
The resultant magnetic field $B_R$ is the vector sum of horizontal ($B_H$) and vertical ($B_V$) components. The angle $\theta$ it makes with the horizontal can be found using the tangent function:
$\tan \theta = \frac{B_V}{B_H}$
Hence, the angle is given by:
$\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{B_V}{B_H}\right)$
Step-by-step calculation:
1. Given $B_H$ and $B_V$ as components of Earth's magnetic field.
2. The resultant field magnitude is $\sqrt{B_H^2 + B_V^2}$.
3. The angle $\theta$ with the horizontal is calculated using $\tan \theta = \frac{B_V}{B_H}$.
4. Thus, $\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{B_V}{B_H}\right)$.

Key Concept: Density and Field Strength, Interaction Between Poles

c) The density is lower
[Solution Description]
When similar poles (N-N or S-S) are placed close to each other, the lines of force tend to repel and spread out. This results in a lower density of lines of force between the poles compared to near a single pole, where the lines are more concentrated due to the absence of repulsion.

Key Concept: Bohr Magneton, Quantization of Angular Momentum

c) Doubles
[Solution Description]
The Bohr magneton $\mu_B$ is defined as:
$\mu_B = \frac{e h}{4 \pi m_e}$
If $h$ is doubled ($h' = 2h$), the new Bohr magneton becomes:
$\mu_B' = \frac{e (2h)}{4 \pi m_e} = 2 \left(\frac{e h}{4 \pi m_e}\right) = 2\mu_B$
Therefore, the Bohr magneton doubles.

Key Concept: Declination, Magnetic Meridian

b) 15\textdegree west of geographic north
[Solution Description]
The angle of declination is the angle between the geographic meridian (aligned with geographic north) and the magnetic meridian (aligned with magnetic north). A declination of 15\textdegree west means the magnetic north is 15\textdegree to the west of geographic north. Thus, the magnetic north lies 15\textdegree clockwise from the negative y-axis if geographic north is along the positive x-axis.

Key Concept: Properties of Magnetic Lines of Force

c) They form closed loops through the magnet.
[Solution Description]
The correct property of magnetic lines of force is that they are closed loops, emerging from the north pole and entering the south pole of the magnet before returning inside the magnet to form a loop. They do not intersect each other, and their density represents the strength of the magnetic field.

Key Concept: Torque on a Magnetic Dipole

b) $2.5 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{N m}$
[Solution Description]
The torque $\tau$ on a magnetic dipole is given by $\tau = m B \sin \theta$. Here, $m = 5.0 \times 10^{-2} \, \text{A m}^2$, $B = 0.1 \, \text{T}$, and $\theta = 30^\circ$. Substituting these values:
$\tau = (5.0 \times 10^{-2}) \times 0.1 \times \sin 30^\circ = 5.0 \times 10^{-3} \times 0.5 = 2.5 \times 10^{-3} \, \text{N m}$