The correct reason behind the production of eddy current is-

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  1. Change in electric field
  2. Change in magnetic flux
  3. Change in torque
  4. Change in electric charge

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Option 2 : Change in magnetic flux
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The correct answer is Change in magnetic flux.

CONCEPT:

Eddy current:

  • When a metal moves in a magnetic field or when the magnetic field through a stationary metal is altered, an induced current is produced in the metal.
    • This induced current flows in the metal in the form of closed loops resembling ‘eddies’ or whirlpool.
    • Hence this current is called eddy current.
    • The direction of the eddy current is given by Lenz’s law.

 

EXPLANATION:

  • When a changing magnetic flux is applied to a bulk piece of conducting material then circulating currents is called eddy currents are induced in the material. Therefore option is 2 correct.

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