Question

A current-carrying loop is dropped from the position shown. The loop starts entering into a region of uniform magnetic field, directed into the plane. (Neglect effects of self-induction and $g$ is the acceleration due to gravity.) Which of the following statements is correct?

• A. The loop will fall with an acceleration more than $g$
• B. The loop will fall with an acceleration less than $g$
• C. The magnitude of acceleration of loop will increase as it moves down
• D. The magnitude of acceleration of loop will remain constant as it moves down

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Apply the concept of Lenz's law.