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Dimensional formula of self inductance is

Options

A

[MLT⁻²A⁻²]

B

[ML²T⁻¹A⁻²]

C

[ML²T⁻²A⁻²]

D

[ML²T⁻²A⁻¹]

Correct Answer :

[ML²T⁻²A⁻²]

Solution :

The correct option is [ML²T⁻²A⁻²].

To find the dimensional formula of self-inductance (L), we can start from the relation for the magnetic energy stored in an inductor:
E=12LI2
where:
E is the energy stored,
L is the self-inductance,
I is the electric current.

Rearranging the equation to solve for self-inductance (L), we get:
L=2EI2

Now, we determine the dimensional formulas for each quantity involved:
1. Energy (E) has the same dimensions as work done (Force × Distance):
[E]=[ML2T-2]
2. Electric current (I) has the dimensional symbol:
[I]=[A]

Substituting these dimensions into the expression for L:
[L]=[ML2T-2][A]2

Simplifying this expression:
[L]=[ML2T-2A-2]

Thus, the dimensional formula of self-inductance is [ML²T⁻²A⁻²].

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