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**Problem: Calculating Self-Induced EMF in a Solenoid**

A solenoid has an inductance of 6 mH. If the current through the solenoid is increased at the rate of 5 A/s, what will be the self-induced emf? 

**Solution Approach:**

To find the self-induced electromotive force (emf), we can use the formula:

\[ \text{emf} = -L \frac{dI}{dt} \]

Where:
- \( L \) is the inductance (in henrys)
- \( \frac{dI}{dt} \) is the rate of change of current (in amperes per second)

Given:
- \( L = 6 \, \text{mH} = 0.006 \, \text{H} \)
- \( \frac{dI}{dt} = 5 \, \text{A/s} \)

Substituting the values:

\[ \text{emf} = -0.006 \times 5 = -0.03 \, \text{V} \]

Thus, the self-induced emf is \(-0.03 \, \text{V}\).

**Explanation:**

- The negative sign indicates that the emf opposes the change in current, in accordance with Lenz's Law.
- This problem simplifies understanding of how inductance and rate of change in current relate to induced emf in solenoids.
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Transcribed Image Text:**Problem: Calculating Self-Induced EMF in a Solenoid** A solenoid has an inductance of 6 mH. If the current through the solenoid is increased at the rate of 5 A/s, what will be the self-induced emf? **Solution Approach:** To find the self-induced electromotive force (emf), we can use the formula: \[ \text{emf} = -L \frac{dI}{dt} \] Where: - \( L \) is the inductance (in henrys) - \( \frac{dI}{dt} \) is the rate of change of current (in amperes per second) Given: - \( L = 6 \, \text{mH} = 0.006 \, \text{H} \) - \( \frac{dI}{dt} = 5 \, \text{A/s} \) Substituting the values: \[ \text{emf} = -0.006 \times 5 = -0.03 \, \text{V} \] Thus, the self-induced emf is \(-0.03 \, \text{V}\). **Explanation:** - The negative sign indicates that the emf opposes the change in current, in accordance with Lenz's Law. - This problem simplifies understanding of how inductance and rate of change in current relate to induced emf in solenoids.
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