Physics-ch-31/exercise 24
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers (9th Edition)

Chapter-31

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Question 24





Q24: A small airplane with a wingspan of m is flying due north at a speed of m/s over a region where the vertical component of the Earth’s magnetic field is mT downward.
(a) What potential difference is developed between the airplane’s wingtips?
(b) Which wingtip is at higher potential?
(c) What If? How would the answers to parts (a) and (b) change if the plane turned to fly due east?
(d) Can this emf be used to power a lightbulb in the passenger compartment? Explain your answer.
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