Tin (Sn) has a superconductive critical temperature Tc = 3.7 K and critical magnetic field at T = 0 K equal to Bc = 31 mT. What is the maximum magnetic field Sn can sustain at the critical temperature without losing its superconducting state? What is the minimum radius required for an infinite linear wire of Sn if it is to carry a current of 200 A at T = 3.0 K whilst still in its superconducting state?

Tin (Sn) has a superconductive critical temperature Tc = 3.7 K and critical magnetic field at T = 0 K equal to Bc = 31 mT. What is the maximum magnetic field Sn can sustain at the critical temperature without losing its superconducting state? What is the minimum radius required for an infinite linear wire of Sn if it is to carry a current of 200 A at T = 3.0 K whilst still in its superconducting state?

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Chapter12: The Solid State

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