Induction - AP Physics 2

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A magnetic rod is inside a coil of wire which is connected to an ammeter. If the rod is stationary, which of the following statements are true?

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Current is induced in wire when the magnetic flux changes. When the magnetic rod is in motion, the flux is changing, so current is induced. If the coil were expanded or contracted with the rod still there, the flux would change and current would be induced. In our case, the rod is stationary and the coil isn't changing shape. Therefore, the flux is not changing, so there is no current being induced. Additionally, there's no reason for the rod to lose its magnetic property.

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