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PHY 102 Electromagnetic Induction 2 Objective Question

Question

Lenz's law is related to which fundamental physical principle?
Options
A Conservation of momentum
B Conservation of charge
C Conservation of energy
Correct Answer
D Conservation of mass
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 24 mentions: 'Lenz's law is one of the basic laws in electromagnetic induction (...) and is related to the law of conservation of energy.'

Hint

The induced current creates a magnetic field that works against the original change, requiring work to be done, thus adhering to this principle.

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