Amplitude of oscillating magnetic field

In summary, the conversation involves finding the amplitude of an oscillating electric field and magnetic field in a laser beam with a diameter of 1.1 mm and power of 1.3 mW. The formula used is N = 1/2 E0 √(ε/μ), where E0 is the amplitude of the electric field and ε/μ is equal to 376.7Ω. The amplitude of the electric field is found to be 877.0 V m-2, but it is unclear how to find the amplitude of the magnetic field. The conversation ends with a request for assistance and clarification on the value of N and units of ε/μ.
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Roodles01
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N = 1/2 E0 √(ε/μ)
so
E0 = √2*N*(ε/μ)
where the value of ε/μ is 376.7Ω

I have a similar question to this, below, regarding amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field.
Yes, I'd like the answer, but am initially stuck deciding whether the mW is milli- or mega-

Homework Equations


A laser found in supermarket checkout scanners emits light in a 1.1 mm diameter beam with a power of 1.3 mW.

Part A
What is the amplitude of the oscillating electric field in the laser beam?
Express your answer to two significant figures and include the appropriate units.
=

Part B
What is the amplitude of the oscillating magnetic field in the laser beam?
Express your answer to two significant figures and include the appropriate units



Part A
N = 1/2 E0 √(ε/μ)
so
E0 = √2*N*(ε/μ)
where the value of ε/μ is 376.7Ω
E0 = √2*103*376.7Ω
= 877.0 V m-2

Not sure how to find the amplitude of the oscillating magnetic field though.

Any help gratefully received.
 
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I'm not sure what N is supposed to mean? Also you've written: "where the value of ε/μ is 376.7Ω" But that should have units of ohm squared.
 

Related to Amplitude of oscillating magnetic field

What is the amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field?

The amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field is the maximum strength or magnitude of the magnetic field as it oscillates between positive and negative values.

How is the amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field measured?

The amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field can be measured using a magnetic field sensor, such as a magnetometer, which detects changes in the magnetic field strength.

What factors affect the amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field?

The amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field can be affected by the frequency of the oscillation, the strength of the source creating the field, and the distance from the source.

What is the difference between amplitude and frequency in an oscillating magnetic field?

The amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field refers to the strength or magnitude of the field, while the frequency refers to how often the field oscillates between positive and negative values.

Why is the amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field important?

The amplitude of an oscillating magnetic field is important because it affects the strength of the magnetic force experienced by charged particles or conductors in the field, and can also impact the performance of electronic devices that rely on magnetic fields.

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